Director, Production Design & Graphic Design

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

How we LEAD:

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe) is the centralized U.S. catalog entity for the Universal Music Group. Working closely with the companys record labels UMe provides a frontline approach to catalog management with a greater emphasis on strategic initiatives and opportunities in new and emerging technologies. We manage a diverse and expansive catalog spanning the entire history of recorded music and nearly every genre of music from such renowned record labels as Capitol Interscope Def Jam Geffen A&M Motown Island and Virgin. The UMe catalog roster includes many of the most iconic and legendary artists of all time including The Beatles Bob Marley The Rolling Stones Eminem Stevie Wonder Donna Summer Nirvana and Rihanna.

UMe is seeking a passionate music enthusiast to join our Catalog Creative team as an in-house Production Designer/Graphic Designer with strong print production experience and an eye for music design to support our Creative team. Youll work hands-on across print and digital projects. This role suits someone comfortable juggling multiple high-volume projects while keeping attention to detail and quality.

This role is based in Santa Monica CA.

How youll CREATE:

Support the Catalog Art Department via a variety of tasks functions and workflows including but not limited to:

• Print Design knowledge and experience with packaging design is a must.
• Support the Creative Services Senior Director by preparing and delivering assets to designers vendors and internal departments.
• Provide print production support including pre-flight checks to ensure accuracy quality and print-readiness
• Assist with design proofing and quality control across all deliverables
• Ensure brand consistency and compliance with UMGs and Retail design guidelines across all creative deliverables
• Design a range of print and digital marketing assets including ads package rendering social assets etc.
• Design package artwork for LP CD box set and digital releases. Must be comfortable with complex templates and have the ability to repurpose artwork across multiple formats while remaining on brand
• Research scan retouch photos and original packaging.
• Convert existing physical art assets into digital assets when needed.
• Maintain and organize the companys graphics library ensuring assets are current
• Oversee distribution of approved creative assets internally to respective departments.
• Provide overall departmental support as needed.
• Manage incoming design requests timelines and ensure deadlines are met

Bring your VIBE:

• Bachelors degree in Graphic Design
• 5 years experience in music package design
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop InDesign Illustrator Acrobat Bridge). 3D skills are a plus.
• Strong ability to multi-task prioritize and work under pressure & deadlines in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Familiarity with workflow and cloud tools such as SharePoint Teams Box etc. a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently take initiative and to identify potential issues and successfully problem solve with business deliverables in mind
• Proficient in MS Office (Word Excel PPT) and high aptitude for learning new software programs
• General knowledge of catalog music industry and a passion for music and emerging media
• Send your design portfolio for review

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

• 2-weeks paid Winter Break

• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.