Production Manager

Who are we:
 MGE Group serves international financial institutions, providing comprehensive assistance ranging from establishing licensed entities to ensuring regulatory compliance. Additionally, we actively engage in mergers and acquisitions within the investment sector. With operations in Hong Kong, the EU, Kenya, Canada, Portugal, and India, our journey ahead promises remarkable growth.

Job Summary:

The Production Manager will oversee the physical and digital production processes of all MGE Group publications, working in close collaboration with the Publishing Manager. This role is responsible for translating editorial content into high-quality, print-ready and digital formats, managing design, typesetting, printing, and digital output. The ideal candidate is highly organised, detail-oriented, and experienced in book production workflows and publishing technologies. This position ensures that all MGE Group publications meet the highest standards in quality, design integrity, and timely release.

Responsibilities:

Production Workflow Management:

• Plan and execute the full production schedule for print and digital publications.
• Translate editorial briefs into clear production timelines and workflows.
• Coordinate prepress, printing, and binding for print materials.
• Oversee conversion and optimization of digital formats (ePub, PDF, Mobi, etc.).

Design & Layout Coordination:

• Collaborate with graphic designers, typesetters, and layout artists to ensure visual alignment with brand and content vision.
• Maintain consistency in formatting, typography, and visual design across all publications.
• Review and approve print and digital proofs for final output.

Vendor & Resource Management:

• Source and manage relationships with printers, paper suppliers, digital converters, and other production vendors.
• Obtain competitive quotes, negotiate contracts, and monitor production costs to stay within budget.
• Ensure vendors meet MGE Group’s quality and ethical standards.

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Conduct final quality checks before mass production or digital release.
• Ensure accessibility compliance for digital formats.
• Troubleshoot production issues, ensuring minimal disruption to timelines.

Technology & Systems Implementation:

• Utilize production software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, ePub tools) to streamline workflow.
• Maintain a well-organized digital archive of design assets, templates, and production files.
• Work with the Publishing Manager to maintain efficient version control and documentation processes.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in book or media production, print operations, and digital publishing.
• Strong technical proficiency with layout, typesetting, and file preparation tools.
• Exceptional project and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of design consistency.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Familiarity with sustainable printing practices is an added advantage.

Accountabilities:

• On-time delivery of all printed and digital products.
• High-quality, visually compelling publications that reflect MGE Group’s standards.
• Cost-effective management of production resources and vendors.
• Smooth coordination with the Publishing Manager and creative team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Timely completion of production schedules for all titles.
• Quality scores based on internal reviews and reader feedback.
• Budget adherence across production cycles.
• Vendor reliability and performance metrics.
• Reduction in reprints or corrections due to production errors.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Work from home