Design Production Manager

Design Production Manager Dollamur Sport Surfaces - 4.0 Fort Worth, TX Job Details 7 hours ago Qualifications Design file preparation for print Graphic design software Vector graphics Layout design Full Job Description At Dollamur, we don't just manufacture mats… we create the foundation for athletes, performers, and competitors to do their best work . From world-class wrestling tournaments and martial arts studios to cheer, gymnastics, and custom-branded training spaces, our products show up where passion, performance, and precision matter most. We are looking for a Graphic Design Manager who thrives at the intersection of creativity, leadership, and problem solving . This role is perfect for someone who loves being hands-on in the design process while also mentoring a team, improving workflows, and helping turn complex customer ideas into exceptional finished products. This is not a "sit back and delegate" leadership role. We need someone who can jump into Adobe Illustrator, solve production challenges in real time, coach designers through tough projects, and partner cross-functionally with sales and operations to deliver outstanding customer experiences. What You'll Do Lead and Develop the Design Team Manage, mentor, and develop a team of graphic and production designers in a fast-paced production environment Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, training, and performance management Help team members grow their technical skills, communication abilities, and confidence Manage team workflow, scheduling, priorities, and resource allocation to ensure projects move efficiently and deadlines are met Be a Hands-On Design Leader Personally contribute to design production, layout creation, vector artwork preparation, and file conversion Transform customer-provided concepts, logos, and artwork into clean, scalable, production-ready files Review and refine artwork for accuracy, consistency, manufacturability, and quality Troubleshoot design and production issues quickly and creatively Support large-format printing workflows and understand how artwork translates to production methods including digital print and paint Maintain high standards for organization, file management, and documentation Partner Across the Business Work closely with sales, customer service, operations, and production teams to ensure customer expectations are exceeded Communicate directly with internal stakeholders to clarify project requirements and solve challenges proactively Help improve processes that increase efficiency, consistency, and customer satisfaction Ensure all artwork and layouts are delivered accurately and on time based on production schedules and business priorities What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong creative and technical design skills with emotional intelligence, leadership ability, and operational thinking.

The ideal candidate is:

A strong people manager who knows how to motivate, coach, and develop a team Calm under pressure and capable of solving problems in a fast-moving environment Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture Comfortable balancing leadership responsibilities with day-to-day production work Passionate about process improvement and operational excellence A strong communicator who can work effectively with a variety of personalities and departments Someone who leads by example and is willing to roll up their sleeves when needed Qualifications 5+ years of professional graphic design experience Prior experience leading or managing creative teams strongly preferred Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Illustrator Experience preparing artwork for production and large-format printing environments preferred Strong understanding of vector artwork, file preparation, layout scaling, and production workflows Experience with Flexi Sign, EFI printers, or large-format printing workflows is a plus Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Why Dollamur? Dollamur is a company built on innovation, teamwork, and pride in our work. We move fast, support each other, and care deeply about delivering products our customers are proud to use. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to: Lead a talented and growing design team Make a direct impact on customer experience and operational success Help shape and improve creative and production processes Work in an environment where collaboration and problem solving are valued Be part of a company connected to sports, performance, and high-level competition across the country If you're a hands-on creative leader who enjoys building teams, solving problems, and turning ideas into reality, we'd love to hear from you. Dollamur understands the importance of culture and benefits in the workplace. We consistently strive to offer a competitive benefits package including full benefits offering along with associate engagement events. If you're looking for a career with a stable and thriving company that leads the industry in quality, culture, and product then you've found that at Dollamur Sport Surfaces. Dollamur LLC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.