Prepress/Mailing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Prepress/Mailing Technician will be responsible for preparing graphic files submitted by designers and clients to be output on multiple print devices.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform “preflight” check for required fonts, colors, sizing, resolution and other needed components to ensure completeness prior to submitting to printer.
• Format, color correct and manipulate files according to client specifications.
• Setup of files including enlargements, composing and processing of files prior to forwarding to various printers.
• Enter, store, and retrieve information on Mac based equipment.
• Identify missing or problematic components of job and communicate accordingly.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management.
• Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor and cross train.

• Data Cleansing & Hygiene: Import, clean, and format large mailing lists. Remove duplicate records, correct address errors, and run National Change of Address (NCOA) and CASS (Coding Accuracy Support System) updates.
• Postal Optimization & Presorting: Apply USPS regulations and presort software to maximize postal discounts and secure the lowest available postage rates.
• Variable Data & Merging: Prepare variable-data printing files and manage complex Word Mail Merge or database segmentation projects.
• Postal Documentation: Generate official USPS paperwork, presort reports, and manage mailing permits.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with customer service, prepress, production, and shipping teams to ensure jobs meet strict mailing deadlines.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of design/layout/image/color editing software is essential, specifically: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of the overall printing process and print file preparation.
• Ability to address and troubleshoot file issues.
• Detail oriented Prepress or Large Format printing experience a plus.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Self-Starter with the willingness to take initiative.