Manager, Post-Production & Archives

Our Story

Introduced in 2006, Madewell is a premium denim brand for men and women. Beautiful construction, the world’s finest fabrics and an original approach to design—we don’t spare any details. No one makes denim like we do, but we don’t stop there. The perfect tee, the most versatile shoe, an essential leather bag—if it came from us, it’s made well. 

Beyond our impeccably designed products, we're committed to making a difference. At Madewell we believe in being better when it comes to sustainability. We’re committed to exploring new ways to protect our planet and its people—and that means thinking about how our clothes are made from start to finish. Our story is just unfolding and there’s so much more to come. Join us at Madewell.

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

Introduction

The Manager, Post-Production & Archives is responsible for overseeing all post-production workflows, managing editorial and finishing schedules, and ensuring the long-term organization and preservation of all media assets. This role is central to maintaining a streamlined post-production pipeline and robust archive system that supports both current and future content needs. 

Responsibilities 

• Oversees the scheduling and delegation of all retouching tasks to ensure timely delivery. 
• Applies a strong command of retouching techniques to expertly quality control all imagery. 
• Provides oversight of all print production processes to ensure accuracy and brand consistency. 
• Collaborate with creative operations, editors, and other stakeholders to develop post schedules and meet deadlines. 
• Manage external vendors and post houses, ensuring deliverables align with creative vision and technical standards. 
• Implement and maintain best practices in file naming conventions, media storage, and version control. 
• Troubleshoot post-production issues and implement technical solutions as needed. 
• Ensure proper metadata tagging and cataloging of all assets for easy search, retrieval, and reuse. 
• Work with IT and developers to ensure data integrity and implement backup strategies. 
• Oversees the maintenance and organization of image and video assets. 

Qualifications 

• 5+ years post-production experience with 2-3 years in supervisory/management roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Figma for image archiving, asset organization, and building and maintaining centralized image libraries. 
• Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems experience with metadata standards and cataloging.
• Print production workflow knowledge including color management and brand consistency.
• Project management skills with ability to handle multiple deadlines and coordinate teams.
• Vendor management experience including external post houses and creative services.
• Technical troubleshooting abilities for post-production issues and workflow optimization.
• File management expertise in naming conventions, version control, and storage systems.
• Strong quality control background with expert-level retouching and finishing skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration experience working with creative, IT, and cross functional teams.

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.

Benefits + Perks

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.

• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).

• Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.

• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.

• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO pack