Prepress Department Lead

JOB SUMMARY/OBEJECTIVE: As the Prepress Department Lead, you will oversee all prepress activities to ensure the accurate preparation of digital files for printing. Your role is essential in maintaining high-quality standards, optimizing workflows, and facilitating efficient production processes. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and leadership abilities to manage a team of prepress professionals effectively.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Lead the prepress team in preparing digital files for printing, including checking file formats, resolution, color profiles, and fonts.

· Review customer-provided artwork and make necessary adjustments to meet printing requirements and quality standards.

· Manage color calibration and profiling processes to ensure accurate color reproduction across different printing devices and substrates.

· Work closely with production coordinators and operators to address any prepress-related issues and prevent production delays or errors.

· Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to support the professional growth and development of team members.

· Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and advancements in prepress workflows to continuously improve departmental practices.

· Collaborate with sales representatives and customer service teams to understand customer requirements and expectations.

· Any other related task and/or responsibility assigned by supervisor.

COMPETENCES

· Positive and approachable attitude.

· Transparent and trustworthy.

· Adaptability and versatility.

· Self-accountable.

· Manages time effectively.

· Customer/quality focus (everyone employee is our internal customer).

· Team focused.

· Leads by example and is purpose driven.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No direct supervisory duties.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This position might require long hours and occasional weekend work to follow up with specific projects assigned