Fine Art Printer & Studio Production Specialist

Title: Fine Art Printer & Studio Production Specialist Location: Denver, CO Job Type: Full-Time Workplace Type: On-site / In Person Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time; Overtime as production needs require Benefits: Flexible Schedule Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and technically skilled Fine Art Printer & Studio Production Specialist to take ownership of our professional printing and production workflow. This is a hands-on, production-focused position for someone with proven professional experience operating large-format printing equipment and managing the technical processes required to transform digital artwork into high-quality finished physical products. The successful candidate will combine strong technical printing expertise with excellent color management knowledge, digital file preparation skills, practical design ability, and a strong artistic eye. You will work with professional printing equipment and production technologies, including Epson and SwissQprint large-format printers, Caldera RIP software, spectrophotometers, fine art papers, specialty substrates, inks, films, foils, and finishing equipment. This is not primarily an artist or graphic design position. While design skills and artistic judgment are important, the foundation of this role is hands-on professional print production experience, technical knowledge, quality control, efficiency, reliability, and the ability to independently manage production workflows. If you are passionate about professional printing, color accuracy, materials, and producing exceptional fine art and specialty print products, this is an opportunity to expand your expertise and contribute to a creative and technically advanced studio environment. Key Responsibilities Large-Format Print Production Operate and maintain professional large-format printing equipment.Operate Epson and/or SwissQprint printers and manage daily production workflows.Manage print queues, production schedules, deadlines, and workflow priorities.Monitor print quality, color consistency, material performance, and overall production output.Ensure finished products meet established technical and visual quality standards.Identify production issues before they impact finished artwork or customer deliverables. Digital File Preparation & Prepress Prepare, preflight, and manage production-ready files.Work with digital artwork using:Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe AcrobatCaldera RIPReview files for proper resolution, dimensions, scaling, color space, profiles, and production requirements.Prepare PDFs and artwork for accurate large-format printing.Troubleshoot file preparation and prepress issues.Ensure digital files are properly optimized for the selected printer, ink, substrate, and finishing process. Color Management & Quality Control Maintain accurate and consistent color throughout the production process.Use spectrophotometers and other color measurement equipment to evaluate and maintain color accuracy.Perform printer and color calibration as required.Work with:RGBCMYKLab colorICC profilesColor profilingColor calibrationInk limitsInk densityColor gamutEvaluate measurement data to identify color inconsistencies and production issues.Understand how printers, inks, paper, substrates, profiles, and finishing processes interact to affect the final product.Maintain high standards for color consistency across multiple prints and production runs. Fine Art & Specialty Material Production Work with a variety of professional printing materials, including:Fine art papersCotton rag papersCoated papersUncoated papersSmooth and textured papersPhoto papersSpecialty substratesACM and rigid substratesFilmsFoilsUnderstand how different materials absorb and react to various ink types.Work with and understand the properties of:UV inksAqueous inksWhite inkVarnishSpecialty coatingsSelect and prepare materials appropriately based on production requirements. Finishing & Physical Production Cut, trim, and prepare finished artwork.Perform lamination and finishing processes.Inspect completed products for technical and visual quality.Prepare finished artwork for packaging and shipment.Assist with specialty finishing processes and production techniques.Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient production area. Troubleshooting & Workflow Improvement Troubleshoot basic printer, equipment, software, color, file, and production issues.Identify the root cause of technical or visual problems.Work proactively to prevent recurring production issues.Recommend improvements to production workflows and efficiency.Help develop new printing techniques and specialty material workflows.Learn and implement new technologies, equipment, materials, and production processes. Inventory & Production Coordination Monitor ink, paper, substrates, films, foils, and other production materials.Assist with inventory management and material tracking.Monitor material usage and identify upcoming supply requirements.Support production scheduling and workflow coordination.Work collaboratively with team members to meet production deadlines. Required Qualifications Professional Print Production Experience Minimum 2 years of actual professional, hands-on print production experience required.Experience must involve working directly in a professional printing, prepress, large-format production, fine art printing, digital printing, or similar production environment.General graphic design experience alone will not meet the requirements.Photography, art school, personal artwork, freelance design work, or hobby printing does not substitute for professional print production experience. Large-Format Printing Professional experience operating large-format printers.Experience with Epson and/or SwissQprint printers is strongly preferred.Ability to manage production queues and maintain consistent production quality.Understanding of professional print workflows from file preparation through finished product. Color Management Strong Knowledge And Practical Experience With RGBCMYKLab colorICC profilesColor managementColor calibrationColor profilingResolutionScalingInk limitsInk densityColor gamutPDF preparationFile preflight Color Measurement Equipment Experience using spectrophotometers or other professional color measurement equipment.Ability to interpret color measurement data.Experience maintaining and evaluating color consistency. Software Requirements Proficiency with: Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe AcrobatCaldera RIP Materials & Ink Knowledge Professional Experience Working With Fine art papersSpecialty substratesDifferent ink typesLarge-format printing materials Strong Understanding Of How Printer + Ink + Paper/Substrate + ICC Profile + Finishing Process work together to influence the final printed product. Technical Skills Strong computer skills.Ability to troubleshoot basic printing equipment issues.Ability to troubleshoot software and file-related production issues.Strong attention to detail and quality control.Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy. Preferred Qualifications Candidates with the following experience will be highly preferred: Fine art printingUV printingLarge-format digital printingDigital prepressColor profilingColor calibrationProofingSpectrophotometer useLaminationCutting and trimmingFinishingACM printingRigid substrate printingSpecialty filmsSpecialty foilsWhite ink printingVarnish applicationsCNC routingProduction schedulingInventory managementSpecialty material workflows Education Preferred educational backgrounds include an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in: Printing TechnologyGraphic CommunicationsGraphic DesignDigital MediaVisual CommunicationsPrepressPhotographyRelated technical or production fields Equivalent professional experience may be considered. However, education does not replace the required minimum of two years of hands-on professional print production experience. Design & Artistic Skills While this is primarily a technical production position, the ideal candidate will also possess a strong artistic eye and practical design skills. The Successful Candidate Should Demonstrate An Understanding Of CompositionLayoutTypographyColor relationshipsVisual balanceScalingProportionImage qualityFinished artwork presentation Candidates Should Be Proficient In Photoshop And Illustrator For Image preparationImage manipulationFile optimizationProduction preparation The Ideal Person Can Recognize Both Technical production problems, andVisual or artistic problems and understands how a digital file translates into a finished physical piece. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, dependable, technically curious, and committed to becoming exceptionally skilled in professional print production. The Ideal Candidate Will Take ownership of their work.Work independently without requiring constant direction.Take initiative and solve problems.Ask questions when clarification is needed.Work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.Pay close attention to detail.Meet production deadlines.Be dependable and reliable.Be comfortable working with equipment and physical materials.Be comfortable with repetitive production processes.Be willing to learn new technologies and workflows.Have an artistic eye while maintaining a technical mindset.Be willing to work full-time and overtime when production demands require it. We are seeking someone who sees something that needs to be done and takes action without waiting to be asked. What Makes This Role Different? This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of: Technology + Art + Color Science + Design + Physical Production You will work directly with professional printing equipment, specialty materials, advanced color management processes, and fine art production techniques. The right candidate will have the opportunity to expand their expertise in: Fine art printingLarge-format productionColor scienceSpecialty materialsAdvanced printing techniquesProduction workflow development This Is a Production Position Please note that this is not primarily an artist or graphic designer position. We are specifically seeking a professional with hands-on experience in print production who also possesses design ability and strong visual judgment. The Foundation Of Success In This Role Is Technical Ability | Production Experience | Work Ethic | Reliability | Efficiency | Design Sense | Attention to Detail | Desire to Learn Compensation & Benefits Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits Include Flexible scheduleOpportunity to work with professional printing and production technologyExposure to advanced fine art and specialty printing workflowsOpportunity to learn and develop new technical skillsCreative and hands-on production environment Quick Job Highlights Position: Fine Art Printer & Studio Production SpecialistLocation: Denver, COEmployment Type: Full-TimeWorkplace: On-site / In PersonSalary: $60,000 - $70,000 per yearRequired Experience: 2+ years of professional hands-on print production experiencePreferred Equipment: Epson and SwissQprintRequired Software: Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Caldera RIPKey Technical Area: Large-format printing and professional color managementColor Equipment: Spectrophotometers and color measurement toolsMaterials: Fine art papers, specialty substrates, ACM, films, foils, and multiple ink typesSchedule: Full-time, with overtime as production requires Ideal Candidate: Technical, detail-oriented, dependable, self-motivated, creative, and eager to learn