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Technical Lead - Automation

Sunnyvale, California USA

Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions.  Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.  

A Hybrid working model

Now offices are fully open we have embraced a hybrid working model, which allows our employees to split their time between the office and other locations, something we hope will provide everyone much more flexibility to their working week. The expectation is that working life at Hogarth will involve working from the office for an average of 4 days per week for most people . Please speak to the Talent Acquisition team to find out more information.

At Hogarth Worldwide (a WPP company), we're not just producing marketing materials; we're building a cutting-edge technology platform that empowers global brands to connect with their audiences in a more efficient, impactful, and personalized way. We're looking for a talented and driven Automation Technical Lead to join our Central Automation Team (CAT) and spearhead the next wave of innovation in our production processes.

Imagine:

  • Leading the charge in automating complex artwork production workflows using your expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and innovative scripting techniques.
  • Collaborating with global production teams to identify automation opportunities, develop tailored solutions, and drive adoption of best practices.
  • Working directly with top-tier brands to understand their unique needs and craft automation strategies that deliver measurable results.
  • Experimenting with cutting-edge technologies, including workflow automation tools like Switch and exploring the potential of AI to revolutionize creative production.
  • Mentoring and guiding a team of talented automation specialists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do:

  • Be the Automation Evangelist: Serve as the primary point of contact for production teams worldwide, providing guidance, support, and training on automation best practices.
  • Architect Automation Solutions: Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and robust automation scripts and workflows that streamline production processes.
  • Drive Project Success: Oversee the entire automation project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and solution design to development, testing, deployment, and maintenance, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Optimize Performance: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of automation solutions, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
  • Champion Innovation: Continuously evaluate existing processes, identify opportunities for automation, and explore new technologies and approaches to enhance efficiency and productivity.

 What You'll Bring:

  • 8-10 years of experience in a studio environment, with at least 3 years in a technical lead or project management role.
  • A bachelor’s degree in a design-related discipline (e.g., Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Information Design, Interaction Design).
  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
  • Understanding of moving image production tools, such as After Effects, Final Cut Pro and Nuke.
  • Proven experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., InDesign scripting, Photoshop actions, Script, Python, Java Script).
  • Experience with workflow automation tools such as Switch is a plus.
  • Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • A passion for AI, automation, a knack for problem-solving, and a desire to make a real impact.
  • Willingness to travel internationally as required.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wellbeing/benefits-at-wpp-in-the-us for more details. 

Pay Range: $110,000 - $156,000

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