Digital PrePress Production Designer

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible to electronically prepare art, images, text, and copy layouts for print production that meet client specifications. Operate computer specific software programs, manipulating files to meet color, size, layouts for digital production from output through finishing to ensure files are print ready and meet client specifications for the desired end product as performed in bindery. Responsible for communicating clearly with client(s), sales and production team with a high degree of attention to detail. Work requires performing repetitive tasks, perfecting client images within tight deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

· Proficiently work on files in Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on Indesign, Acrobat Pro and Illustrator and Enfocus Pitstop

· Receive and review client and in-house electronic files, analyze files to identify what is needed to ensure the file is prepared properly to become print ready

· Log job details and information into workflow and software programs

· Troubleshoot and correct file issues, including color, clarity, alignment, image quality, text, spelling, overall image and other critical aspects

· Manipulate files for bleed and binding

· Consistently create work with a high level of accuracy

· Perform preflight on client’s artwork to determine accuracy, omissions, and/or additional needs

· Understand and perform rasterization of files for output

· Create proofs for client, design or sales team, review, adjust files based on feedback

· Perform file adjustments, create updated proof(s) to ensure client and/or in-house team approval is obtained

· Double-check proof(s) for quality, alignment, text, color before moving files through the system

· Convert approved image files for use with digital, offset printing equipment

· Maintain electronic files, archive using company specified naming conventions and system

· Maintain an orderly and clean workspace and work equipment

· Engage in continued learning to expand and grow design, color, skills, knowledge, and efficiencies

· Participate in training and become proficient in use of new software tools, resources, and solutions

· Perform and complete work within tight time frames

· Comply with company safety rules and policies

QUALIFICATIONS

MUST HAVE AT LEAST 2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN THE PRINT INDUSTRY

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

· Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Indesign, Acrobat Pro and Enfocus Pitstop

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy

· Ability to work within and meet deadlines

· Proficient computer skills, highly skilled in MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite

· Excellent customer service and communication skills

· Knowledge of design, color theory, and typography

· Experience with FreeFlow Core and PlanProphet are a plus

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Knowledge of PC and MAC based computer programs including email, MS Office Suite and Adobe software. Ability to read, review and interpret files, images and drawings. Prior experience in a bindery, design, printing environment is preferred. Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to effectively, professionally, communicate well with customers, management, and coworkers, proficiency using the English language verbally, in person and on the phone and in written form. Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, work instructions, software manuals. Ability to create reports and correspondence and to effectively present information and respond to client’s managers, production, and sales team.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Good working knowledge of basic mathematics functions. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and print jobs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to factually define and identify file needs, problems, to collect information, establish facts, create solutions. Ability to interpret a variety of computer design, mathematical, abstract and concrete instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hand, wrist, fingers to handle, feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee may need to lift and or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Some independent travel may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes, toxic chemicals and printing equipment with moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person