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FREEMAN National Director Graphics Technology in Boston, Massachusetts
About Us
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 96-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.
Summary
Serve as the main resource for all technology and production equipment utilized by graphics departments, including hardware, software, equipment and network considerations. Engage the appropriate resource to resolve the specific challenge. Propose, develop and train employees on new equipment and software tools or enhancements to existing products.
This position will support our Event & Exhibit Services team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Manage all CapEx planning, budgeting and deployment for all graphics locations.
Develop a Maintenance program, Preventive and Corrective.
Oversees new equipment initial set-up and employee training.
Main point of contact for all hardware, software and equipment issues including service, repairs and equipment downtime.
Oversees color management, color profile creation and color consistency for all graphic locations.
Creates and conducts training for new and existing employees on the technology tools.
Key supplies management (like Ink), advising the team about consumption, technical characteristics and pricing.
Works closely with corporate IT on selection and installation of new hardware, software and upgrades.
Assisting Layout and Deployment as needed with computer needs/requirements.
Liaison between Graphics and Corp IT.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from a four year college or university.
Minimum of six years of industry experience.
Extensive knowledge of Design software programs.
Knowledge of web applications.
Extensive organizational skills.
Travel Requirements
Travel up to 25%
What We Offer
Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Diversity Commitment
At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.