Prepress Production Artist

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Located in Houston, TX

Salary: $20.00 Hourly

Prepress Production Artist

 

 

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

 

Our client is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer / Prepress Production Artist to join our wide-format print and sign company. This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for a self-motivated professional who can work independently, manage projects efficiently, and require minimal supervision.

 

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing and preparing files for a variety of large-format print applications, including:

• Signs
• Banners
• Vehicle Wraps
• Window Graphics
• Wall Graphics
• Billboards
• Trade Show Displays
• Other Large-Format Print Projects

In this role, you will be responsible for creating visually appealing designs, preparing print-ready artwork, and producing professional proof mockups for customer approval.

Required Skills & Experience

Applicants should possess a strong understanding of:

• Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat (Mac environment)
• RGB vs. CMYK color spaces and proper print applications
• Raster vs. vector artwork and appropriate file formats
• Image resolution and identifying low-quality artwork
• Color correction, photo manipulation, and logo design
• Preparing print-ready files, including:
• Bleeds
• Crop marks
• Outlining fonts
• Packaging files
• Following vendor specifications
• Large-format printing processes and finishing methods such as:
• Hems
• Grommets
• Pole pockets
• Vehicle wrap production considerations

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare artwork for production.
• Create customer proofs and mockups for approval.
• Review customer-provided files and ensure they meet print specifications.
• Communicate with customers and team members regarding artwork revisions, proofs, and production requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and quality throughout the design and production process.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sign shop, print shop, or wide-format printing environment preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot artwork issues and provide production-ready solutions.
• Dependable, creative, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

If you are an experienced graphic designer with a strong prepress background and a passion for producing high-quality large-format graphics, we encourage you to apply.

 

Apply at www.expresspros.com select Tomball, TX

Submit resume to Fritzy.Lopez@ExpressPros.com 

After submitting application please call the office to schedule an interview with our recruiter at 281-290-6330

 

 

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