Graphic Designer and Pre-press technician

Position: Entry Level Prepress Technician / Graphic Design

About Us: We are a well-established print shop known for our commitment to quality and creativity. As we, we’re seeking a talented Prepress Technician / Graphic Designer to join our team. If you love to see projects come to fruition and are comfortable in a fast-paced and deadline driven atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you. This position could be perfect for someone who is a seasoned production designer, but we also want to encourage applicants of all levels, as there is a lot of opportunity to learn and grow in the field of print production design.

Responsibilities:

Working under the supervision of a senior designer / manager, take prepared documents and files through the print production workflow, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications, for small and large format projects such as business cards, brochures, menus, vehicle graphics, signage, calendars, flyers, and other print materials. Perform pre-press tasks, including color correction, bleed correction, image editing, and size/ layout adjustments, as well as learning and understanding the print-production workflow from client to final product delivery. Communicate closely with our experienced production team as projects transition from print to finishing and installation, including keeping tabs on quality / quantity of print jobs and ensuring projects will be delivered on-time and all correct.

Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues related to print files, such as quality control, resolution, colour correction, file correction, or other production concerns, from a design perspective. Although this role is mainly under the direction of a senior designer, you may independently take on client-facing design roles from time to time as needed.

Requirements:

Education: Diploma in Graphic Design / print production, or equivalent experience Design Experience: Experience working in a design environment, preferably as a team member.

Software Competencies: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and familiarity with adjacent software and products such as Acrobat, word processors. Familiarity with industry-specific software (RIP softwares, Xerox Fiery) an asset. Familiarity with new and fast changing updates to the Adobe platform (such as generative, AI tools, dimension tool, and extensions/plug ins) an asset.

Key Abilities

Adaptability: Willingness to learn industry-specific skills and workflow

Time Management: Efficiently manage tasks and meet tight deadlines under pressure.

Communication: Clear communication skills to collaborate effectively

Team Player: Thrive in a highly collaborative work environment.

Organized: Able to keep files and print jobs clearly labeled and available for reproduction

Perks:

Opportunity for career growth for design responsibilities / client facing roles

Casual dress and atmosphere

Friendly and supportive team

Opportunities for creativity & In-house collaboration

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$22.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Do you have any large format and pre-press experience?

Do you have experience designing signage?

Experience:

Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person