[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Walt Disney jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Walt Disney · Washington, DC # Manager, Production Design (National Geographic) Washington, DC, USA Full-time Manager or lead $115,500 to $154,800 per year Design Listed on Walt Disney’s official careers site. Posted October 16, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Walt Disney’s careers site →](https://disney.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/disneycareer/job/Washington-DC-USA/Manager--Production-Design--National-Geographic-_10156253) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Walt Disney](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/) / Manager, Production Design (National Geographic) ## Job description ### Job Posting Title Manager, Production Design (National Geographic) ### Req ID 10156253 Job Description: Lead the print production team supporting National Geographic Magazine, Kids/Little Kids, Bookazines, and History publications, ensuring efficient workflows, high-quality output, and on-time release while maintaining design integrity and production excellence. ### Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of production specialists. Oversee production schedules, proofing cycles, and release readiness. Ensure files meet technical, prepress, and printer specifications. Partner with Design, Editorial, Photo, Graphics, and vendors to resolve issues. Maintain production standards, workflows, and quality control processes. Drive operational improvements and production efficiency across publications. ### Basic Qualifications Minimum 7 years of experience in print production, magazine publishing, or related media environments. Experience leading teams and managing complex production workflows. Advanced expertise in Adobe InDesign and print production processes. Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. ### Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting multiple publication brands or product lines. Knowledge of publishing workflow systems such as K4. Experience with printer/vendor management and release processes. Understanding of color correction, retouching, and image reproduction standards. Proven success improving workflows and production operations. ### Required Education Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ### Preferred Education Advanced degree or specialized training in Publishing, Graphic Design, Production Management, or a related discipline. The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $115,500 to $154,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. ### Job Posting Segment National Geographic Job Posting Primary Business: National Geographic (DET) ### Primary Job Posting Category Editorial - Graphic Development Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Washington, DC, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-07-21 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 16, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 20, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 59 days - Location: Washington, DC, USA - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $115,500 to $154,800 per year[Apply on Walt Disney’s careers site →](https://disney.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/disneycareer/job/Washington-DC-USA/Manager--Production-Design--National-Geographic-_10156253) ## More jobs at Walt Disney ### [Broadcast Maintenance Technician (Expression of Interest) (As-Needed))](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/jobs/e7686eb0fd7b02238d89/) Washington, DC, USA ### [Production Specialist, Kids & Little Kids (National Geographic)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/jobs/ca13ed7736ec2c42e098/) Washington, DC, USA ### [Senior Features Photo Editor (National Geographic)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/jobs/121b0bba355115077573/) Washington, DC, USA ### [Senior Manager, Social Media Campaigns & Content (National Geographic)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/jobs/820548f7999c9357d85c/) Washington, DC, USA ### [Specialist, Technical Operations - National Geographic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/walt-disney/jobs/0e54d636889edfda49ce/) Washington, DC, USA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Production Rep - Design Schedule Committee](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/1b60f5117307b651d67c/) Lockheed Martin · Marietta, GA ### [National Account Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/8886fff919ce70450164/) Aramark · Chicago, IL, US ### [Sr. Manager National Accounts](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lowes/jobs/d882745f9886073f24e1/) Lowe's · Mooresville, NC ### [National Intelligence Sector CTO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/26e5ad679c615b4e4671/) General Dynamics · Herndon, VA, US ### [Pharmacy/National Certified Tech](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/3a845ce2d0a5ce3a1d9a/) Kroger · Leavenworth, KS, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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