Pre-Press Technician/Graphic Design

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver correct design and layout for each color project.
• Ensure all electronic file specifications are compatible with Dorn’s Mac and the printer’s production process.
• Maintain the Mac and digitally archive all electronic files for future use.
• Plan with the Prepress Technician and the Printer (internal or external) for producing each color project according to the customer’s requirements and Dorn's production specifications.
• Proofread all copy for content and color.
• Schedule, manage, and deliver the required design/layout according to the production/printing schedule.
• Act as a liaison between Project Managers and Dorn's internal Printing Department as well as outside printers.
• Be flexible to meet with outside printers and apply knowledge/expertise in pressproofing/checks.
• Be a resource for marketing and other creative solutions.

Qualifications / Experience Required

• A strong foundation with the multicolor offset printing industry.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of prepress workflow software.
• Preflight and correct art files per company procedure with regards to file management.
• Work with Printing Press Operators on all plating and file issues in plant.
• Ability to troubleshoot and prepare client files for print.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Proficiency with InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel and Word.
• Fuji XMF is a plus.