Prepress Operator

Prepress Operator (Digital Imaging & Production Specialist)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage high volumes of Adobe InDesign mechanical files, ensuring accuracy and production readiness
• Update layouts with color-corrected and retouched images for print production
• Prepare and export print-ready PDFs for approval and final output
• Perform advanced image editing, color correction, and retouching in Adobe Photoshop
• Ensure proper use of file formats, resolution standards, and color profiles across all output types
• Maintain consistency across large batches of images and production files
• Collaborate with prepress, production, and creative teams to meet tight deadlines
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy before final print output
• Track file status including incoming, in-progress, and approved-for-print jobs
• Support understanding of printing, finishing, lamination, and cutting workflows (preferred)

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (required)
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat for prepress workflows
• Strong understanding of color correction, retouching, color spaces, and print production standards
• Knowledge of file formats, resolution requirements, and print-ready file preparation
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads under tight deadlines with accuracy under pressure
• Strong attention to detail with ability to self-QC all work before submission
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to collaborate across production and creative teams
• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project priorities and production schedules

Preferred Knowledge

• Understanding of print production workflows including printers, lamination, and finishing/cutting processes
• Familiarity with large-format printing and production handoff procedures