Prepress Production Artist
Prepress Production Artist
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Job Description
smartdept. is searching for a Prepress Production Artist for a packaging and print industry client in Kansas City MO. The ideal candidate will have 13 years of experience in print or packaging design. This is a fulltime onsite position with occasional remote flexibility.
The Prepress Designer will prepare customer graphics for highspeed digital printing. This role is perfect for detailoriented problemsolvers who thrive in fastpaced print production environments and enjoy both the technical and creative sides of design.
What Youll Do:
- Preflight customer art files to ensure compliance with print standards
- Communicate file issues and recommend changes to ensure print quality
- Organize and set up graphics for digital print production
- Finalize graphics and develop pressready files
- Create electronic proofs (PDF Print Cards) for customer review
- Prepare files for physical proofs/samples
- Attend press checks to ensure color accuracy and print quality
- Guide files through RIP (Raster Image Processing) software
- Maintain print profiles and ensure correct file processing
- Use color management tools to check printed color accuracy
Education/Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Graphic Design Visual Communication Design Graphic Technologies or other print production training program
- 13 years of experience in print or packaging design
- Proficiency in Adobe CC (Illustrator Photoshop Acrobat)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and Adobe InDesign
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Ability to prioritize adapt quickly and solve creative problems
- Willingness to learn and grow in print production
NicetoHave Skills:
- Experience with ColorGate ProductionServer 10 (RIP software)
- Familiarity with highspeed digital/inkjet print production
- Knowledge of Esko WebCenter and Encore (project management software)
- Color management and Pantone color expertise
Employment Type
Full-Time
