Prepress Production Artist

Job Description

Job Description

Prepress Production Artist

 

 

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

 

Our client is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer / Prepress Production Artist to join our wide-format print and sign company. This is not an entry-level position . We are looking for a self-motivated professional who can work independently, manage projects efficiently, and require minimal supervision.

 

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing and preparing files for a variety of large-format print applications, including:

• Signs
• Banners
• Vehicle Wraps
• Window Graphics
• Wall Graphics
• Billboards
• Trade Show Displays
• Other Large-Format Print Projects

In this role, you will be responsible for creating visually appealing designs, preparing print-ready artwork, and producing professional proof mockups for customer approval.

Required Skills & Experience

Applicants should possess a strong understanding of:

• Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat (Mac environment)
• RGB vs. CMYK color spaces and proper print applications
• Raster vs. vector artwork and appropriate file formats
• Image resolution and identifying low-quality artwork
• Color correction, photo manipulation, and logo design
• Preparing print-ready files, including:
• • Bleeds
  • Crop marks
  • Outlining fonts
  • Packaging files
  • Following vendor specifications
• Large-format printing processes and finishing methods such as:
• • Hems
  • Grommets
  • Pole pockets
  • Vehicle wrap production considerations

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare artwork for production.
• Create customer proofs and mockups for approval.
• Review customer-provided files and ensure they meet print specifications.
• Communicate with customers and team members regarding artwork revisions, proofs, and production requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and quality throughout the design and production process.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sign shop, print shop, or wide-format printing environment preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot artwork issues and provide production-ready solutions.
• Dependable, creative, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

If you are an experienced graphic designer with a strong prepress background and a passion for producing high-quality large-format graphics, we encourage you to apply.

Company Description

About us:

Express works with job seekers to help find the right job for their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in Houston, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and to hire and promote individuals solely based on their qualifications for the job.

In compliance with applicable federal, Texas and local law, employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and an individual’s qualifications regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status. We do not tolerate discrimina

Company Description

About us:\r\n\r\nExpress works with job seekers to help find the right job for their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in Houston, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career.\r\n\r\nExpress Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and to hire and promote individuals solely based on their qualifications for the job.\r\n\r\nIn compliance with applicable federal, Texas and local law, employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and an individual’s qualifications regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status. We do not tolerate discrimina