Production Manager

Production Manager - Advertising Agency

Work is more rewarding when you remove all the barriers to the best thinking. That’s why the big stuff – from brand initiatives to new tech launches to bespoke digital efforts – goes further with Starmark. So come light up some new possibilities for your career as part of our crew. 

Starmark proudly follows Agile methodologies agency-wide, so you'll fit right in if you're a self-motivated explorer who plays well with others and loves stellar work that brings results.

As an Agile Team We Value:

• Quick Daily Check-ins: set business priorities, facilitate collaboration, increase transparency, reduce noise, avoid waste


• Solid Planning: Participate in project roadmaps, plan new stories with clients, plan your work in 2-week sprints


• People Who Deliver: All initiatives on time and on budget, while managing multiple projects in an Agile, deadline-driven environment


• Being Able to Respond to Change: Plan for change, remain flexible, collaborate with team and client for success

Production Manager - Advertising Agency

We’re looking for a detail-driven Production Manager to keep our creative engine running smoothly. This role bridges account service, creative, and vendors—ensuring projects flow seamlessly from concept to delivery.

Expectations: 

• Prioritize and manage daily production studio workflow to meet deadlines.


• Coordinate the routing and approval process, ensuring accuracy at every step.


• Partner with account and creative teams to keep work consistent across all media.


• Review project inputs, request missing details, and maintain specs (colors, sizes, formats).


• Source and manage vendors—gathering estimates, issuing POs, and maintaining strong relationships.


• Track and calculate costs, prepare client-ready estimates, and resolve billing issues.


• Proofread copy, layouts, and production art for accuracy before release.


• Oversee production supplies and studio needs.


• Secure sequential approvals to ensure timely delivery of creative materials.

• Working knowledge of design and printing technologies.


• Sharp eye for detail with strong proofreading skills.


• Experience managing production budgets, costs, and vendor estimates.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across creative, account, and vendor partners.


• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects without losing focus.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Media Production, or related field (or equivalent experience).


• 5+ years of experience in production management within an advertising, marketing, or creative agency setting.


• Strong knowledge of print, digital, and emerging media production processes.


• Proven ability to manage vendors, budgets, and timelines with accuracy and attention to detail.


• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Advanced computer skills.


• Math and analytical skills.


• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

• Implement company policies and procedures


• Keep complete, up-to-date digital files and records


• Proficiency in Google Workspace

We offer paid benefits, paid time off and more.

Starmark is a national integrated marketing agency headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL that specializes in strategic thinking, award-winning creative, branding, advertising, interactive and public relations.