Prepress Specialist/Technical Graphic Design

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Alphagraphics Las Vegas is a commercial digital print company (small format and grand format departments), looking for dedicated, hard-working team players to join our Prepress team!

This is NOT a creative graphic design position, although experience with design programs is required. We work in a deadline-driven environment working on exciting global brand products, juggling multiple projects at a time. Our graphic prepress technicians are the key to remarkable finished products!

Prepress Technicians are responsible for applying all files to established templates to ensure correct layout and correct die-cut measurements. We utilize Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Prioritizing time-sensitive orders, reviewing and resolving problem orders in a timely manner, Exceeding customer expectations through accuracy, efficiency, courtesy and knowledge.
• Converting and preparing files received in various digital formats to different outputs for print production.
• Verify and modify file image sizes
• Execute, design, and layout projects efficiently and effectively.
• Build proof images to illustrate how the files will print and for the client to proof for errors and potential print problems.
• Offer graphic design ideas solutions and alternatives based on customer input.
• Color correct and make similar recommendations/adjustments to print files per project requirements.
• Be able to modify many file types and standardize source material.
• Creating layouts and proofs for production or client when needed.

Requirements:

• Expertise in Adobe Acrobat inDesign is a must! Color matching and profiling is a plus.
• Experience with the following software is helpful: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Caldera, Onyx, Pitstop, Switch, Numbers/Excel and Word/Pages.
• Ability to work on a Mac OS.
• Detail-oriented, organized with a strong ability to follow tasks through to completion.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
• Able to work on multiple tasks/assignments concurrently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid work ethic with a positive attitude, used to being a contributing team player.