Graphic Designer Pre-Press Specialist

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Training & development

• Preparing customer-supplied files for print (preflight setup bleed resolution color correction)
• Creating and modifying designs for print (flyers business cards signage large format etc.)
• Setting up files for digital and wide-format production
• Communicating with customers to clarify specs and ensure accuracy
• Managing proofs and revisions
• Working closely with production to ensure jobs run correctly
• Supporting hands-on production and finishing work cutting laminating mounting folding bindery and pack-out as the schedule demands
• Jumping in alongside the production team during high-volume runs to help operate print and finishing equipment

• Experience in a print shop sign shop or production environment strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator Photoshop and InDesign
• Solid understanding of print production (bleeds margins color modes file setup)
• High attention to detail catching issues before they become problems
• Ability to manage multiple jobs and deadlines at once
• Clear professional communication with both customers and team members
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and move between the design desk and hands-on production comfortable with both sides of the shop

• Experience with wide-format graphics or signage
• Familiarity with PrintSmith or similar MIS systems
• Experience preparing files for cut-sheet printing vinyl cutting or large format output

• Small team environment where your work matters
• True mix of design plus hands-on production and finishing not just sitting behind a screen all day
• Consistent workflow with a variety of projects
• Opportunity to grow within a production-focused environment

• Full-time MondayFriday
• On-site in Irvine

• Resume
• Portfolio (print-focused work preferred)

At AlphaGraphics we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out looking for that next great growth opportunity or seeking a change we have exciting roles to suit you.

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management sales operations print signs design and marketing. Join us with or without experience and we will succeed together as a team!

We invite EVERYONE to apply!

*AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview hire manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.