Collegiate Art Manager

GREAT ART. ITS KINDA WHAT WE DO HERE AND WHAT WERE PASSIONATE ABOUT.

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Lakeshirts we stay on-trend and keep pushing the boundaries of the last five years alone our teams have produced more than 200000 new designs along with approximately 26000 design modifications each year. Our decoration techniques include screenprint embroidery applique stickers and pretty much everything else under the sun. Whew!

Were looking for a highly organized detail-driven boots-on-the-ground leader to guide our Collegiate Art team at our headquarters in Detroit Lakes Minnesota. This team is part of our Production Art organization a 100-plus-person group of onsite and remote artists who collaborate daily to transform ideas into production-ready artwork and the products our customers love.

As Collegiate Production Art Manager you will set daily direction lead through others and keep artwork moving accurately and on time across college screenprint collegiate accessories import art Zephyr headwear Elite Fan Shop and Hot Market programs. You will partner closely with Line Development Creative Operations Production Technical and Quality teams to connect great design with great execution.

If youre a servant leader with a talent for multitasking coaching teams improving processes and bringing creative work to life this could be your next adventure. This is a fully onsite position at our headquarters in Detroit Lakes.

PAY SCHEDULE

Pay Range: $60000 - $70000 annually

Location: Onsite at Lakeshirts Headquarters in Detroit Lakes Minnesota

Shift: Monday-Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Growth: Lead a large multi-location art team while developing future leaders and owning the teams Continuous Improvement roadmap.

BENEFITS

Lakeshirts offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families. Benefits include medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) with company match paid time off paid holidays employee discounts wellness initiatives and additional voluntary benefit options.

A TYPICAL DAY

Leading from the Front Leading Through Others Daily Direction Setting Execution Keep the Value Stream Moving

• Build lead coach and motivate the Collegiate Art team by providing clear purpose direction and accountability.
• Lead Daily Direction Setting activities to prioritize workloads and ensure artwork is completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee Collegiate Art execution supporting College Screenprint Net Collegiate Screenprint Collegiate Accessories Import Art Zephyr Headwear Elite Fan Shop and Hot Market programs.
• Collaborate with Operations and Production to ensure artwork supports manufacturing schedules and customer commitments.
• Partner with Line Development and Creative teams to ensure artwork achieves the intended visual presentation and production requirements.
• Monitor department metrics and performance indicators to ensure productivity quality throughput and service goals are achieved.
• Support new program launches art packs sample production and special projects.
• Partner with Technical and Quality teams on new applications techniques training initiatives and process improvements.
• Own the Continuous Improvement roadmap for the Collegiate Art team by identifying opportunities and helping others execute great ideas through our NIMBLE program.
• Develop future leaders through coaching training performance management and succession planning.

SKILLS

High-Level Organization Direction of Multiple Parties Eye for Detail Artistic Aptitude Get-It-Done Team-First Mentality

• Bachelors degree in Business Operations Graphic Design Marketing Merchandising or a related field preferred.
• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced production manufacturing creative services or apparel environment.
• Experience supporting apparel decoration screenprint headwear accessories or a related industry preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities workflows and deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills particularly Excel.
• Ability to analyze data identify trends solve problems and keep projects on track.
• Ability to learn and effectively use Salesforce Adobe Illustrator and other business systems.
• Exceptional communication coaching and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative fast-paced ever-changing environment while remaining nimble and open-minded.
• Embraces our culture and actively contributes to it.

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE

OUR CULTURE is one-of-a-kind and truly sets us apart. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. We offer a unique atmosphere unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screenprint manufacturers in the United States responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes MN we employ over 1000 great people proudly producing 35000 garments daily. Its not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFES BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Employee must be able to see and hear read and write. Requires adaptability analyzing assessing calculating decision making dependability judgment reading speaking following direction handling multiple priorities and reasoning.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CONTINUOUSLY: Sit Reach below shoulder height

FREQUENTLY: Walk Reach at shoulder height

OCCASIONALLY: Lift Stand Carry Lift under 10 lbs Carry under 10 lbs Reach above shoulder height

NEVER: Push Pull Climb Balance Bend Twist Crawl Reach Lift 10-24 lbs Lift 25-50 lbs Lift over 50 lbs Carry 10-24 lbs Carry 25-50 lbs Carry over 50 lbs

NOTE / DISCLAIMER

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employment.

Required Experience:

Manager