Digital Prepress Technician

Why Work at BYU At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission : "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career. Belonging Statement United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Employment Requirements Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU. In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards . Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Equal Opportunity Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. Job Title: Digital Prepress Technician Note: This is a part-time position, averaging 28 hours per week. Job Summary Supports the efficient operation of the BYU Print and Mail print shop by preparing variable-data and mail-production files, processing address lists, performing prepress activities, and producing proofs for customer approval. Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided in the software, workflows, and production procedures used in the role. What you'll do in this role: Variable Data Production Merge variable data elements into production files according to job specifications. Generate digital proofs for customer approval. Submit approved jobs to appropriate print queues for production. Verify variable data output for accuracy, completeness, and consistency before production. Mail List Processing Process customer address lists using USPS presort software and established mailing procedures. Prepare, clean, format, and validate digital address lists for addressing. Check list structure and required fields for production readiness. Identify list issues that could affect addressing or mailing and elevate as needed. Prepress and File Preparation Review customer files to ensure they are print ready and meet production requirements. Use imposition workflows to prepare jobs for output devices. Manually impose digital files when required for specific print processes. Coordinate with customer consultants to clarify requirements and resolve file or production issues. Prepare physical proofs for customer approval when required. Quality Control and Workflow Support Follow documented print-production workflows, specifications, and quality control procedures. Maintain accurate job set-up and file handling throughout the production process. Confirm approved files are routed to the correct production workflow and identify discrepancies before release. What qualifies you for this role: A firm commitment to the Mission of BYU 1 year of data entry or office experience is preferred, but not required. What we offer in return: 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans) Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years Access to the library Free on-campus parking Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU Pay Grade: 46 Typical Starting Pay: $17.00 to $21.50 per hour The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based o #J-18808-Ljbffr