Prepress Technician/Graphic Designer

Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities
Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer/Prepress Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of visual design principles, be proficient in Adobe CC design software and be aware of production requirements (digital print/offset print/inkjet print/large format). This role involves creating compelling graphics for digital and print media, checking supplied files for production suitability, and creating output files for production devices.

Duties
• Check (prepress) customer-supplied files for ability to print or output and produce proofs or respond with corrections needed.
• Create output files for production devices such as digital, offset, large format and label printing devices.
• Using InDesign, produce variable data outputs by merging data files with templates.
• Develop innovative graphic designs for marketing materials, including brochures, advertisements, and social media content.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop) for various projects, including prepress.
• Engage in photo manipulation and digital art creation as necessary.
• Participate in presentations to communicate design concepts effectively.
Requirements
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) is essential.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout design, and visual composition.
• Experience in branding, logo design, illustration, and production design.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate design concepts and output requirements.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of graphic design projects is preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have worked in the print industry and designed for print and large format output.
• Experience with variable data printing programs, large format and vehicle graphics a plus.
• Technical experience supporting a Mac environment a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft tools including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher a plus.
• Previous relevant experience at a printshop like Minuteman, Alphagraphics, Fedex Office, UPS store, Office Depot, Office Max or Kinko's preferred.
• Experience working as part of a creative team to meet company needs.