Typesetter / Prepress Production Artist
product identificationNew York, NY
Typesetter / Prepress Production Artist
product identificationNew York, NYJunior L3
Support Activities for PrintingCommercial Printing (except Screen and Books)Packaging and Labeling Services
APPLY NOWJob Description:
Growing label and graphics manufacturing company is seeking a highly detail oriented Typesetter / Prepress Production Artist to join our team.
This position focuses on preparing and processing customer supplied artwork for print production. This is not a graphic design role. We are a printing and manufacturing environment, not a design studio.
The ideal candidate must have a strong technical command of Adobe Illustrator, exceptional attention to detail, and a solid understanding of print production requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and process customer supplied artwork for print production based on drawings, specifications, and production requirements
Perform accurate layout setup using Illustrator measurement tools, scaling, alignment, and dimension control
Conduct thorough preflight checks prior to production
Identify and correct issues related to size, proportion, resolution, fonts, and file construction
Perform color corrections using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to meet production standards
Generate and send proofs for customer approval
Output files for multiple printing technologies including wide format digital printers
Manage multiple jobs simultaneously while meeting production deadlines
Requirements: Minimum 3 years experience in print production or prepress environment
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator required
Strong understanding of Illustrator measuring tools, scaling, positioning, and precision layout work
Ability to accurately build files to exact dimensions and production specifications
Experience performing color corrections in both Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
Important Note
This role requires technical production expertise rather than creative design ability. Candidates must be comfortable working within established customer artwork and production specifications.
Company Description:
We are a growing label & specialty printing company located in Garfield, NJ. We offer silk screening, flexo printing, wide format digital printing, hot stamping, table cutting & routing, laser cutting, die-cutting and die-making. All manufacturing is done in our 25000 sq. ft. facility.
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Level
Junior L3
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Prepress Technicians and Workers
Industry
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Posted
3 days ago