Graphic Designer/Production Specialist Job at Sir Speedy Printing and Marketing

Graphic Designer / Production Specialist

We are an established full-service printing and marketing company growing at a rapid rate.

We are looking for a graphic designer/Production Specialist that has experience working at a printing company and is familiar with digital and large format printing.

As a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist, you will have a dual role working in the computer room and production room.

1. In the computer room: You will be responsible for creating pre-press artworks for both long and short format printing. Database management for direct mail campaigns and personalized printed materials.
2. In the production room: You will be responsible for all aspects of printing and cutting jobs in both short and long format printing.

The ideal candidate will be a creative, self-motivated team player, with problem-solving skills who pays very close attention to accuracy and detail. Should be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best. Able to work on different projects simultaneously while maintaining extreme attention to detail and high-quality control.

Skills we are looking for:

• Two years’ education in graphic design, 1-year practical experience with 1 year of print production experience with advanced level of experience using Adobe applications (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop).
• Working understanding of dual platform applications, such as: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Acrobat.
• Knowledge of PDF and PostScript files and PDF plug-ins.
• Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers and fractions and converting fractions to decimals and vice versa).
• Must have a positive and upbeat attitude, even in heavy traffic and unusual driving conditions.
• Must be hard-working and self-motivated.
• Must have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Meet or exceed minimum test results as specified by the hiring manager.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Completes pre-press setup in Adobe-based platforms (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) for both Mac and PC and prepare files for print and cut.
• Provides proofs as necessary.
• Managing databases, mergers, and file preparation for direct mail and/or personalized printed materials.
• Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the printer or cutter.
• Outputs digital files per job specifications.
• Schedules all work to meet customer time frame requirements. Monitors deadlines and reports conflicts to management to establish priorities BEFORE the jobs are due.
• Able to manage and optimize workload, prioritize multiple projects, and cost-effectively streamline the production flow.
• Performs production requirements in a timely and efficient manner.
• Offers graphic design ideas, solutions, and alternatives based on customer input.
• Operates and maintains prepress computer, printer, and other equipment (PC and Mac), scanner, and RIPs.
• Becomes proficient in the current technology for creating graphics, documents, and digital files utilizing existing equipment and materials.
• Follows up with customers on all proofs.
• Monitors system for digital files sent by customers.
• Preflights digital files for potential problems.
• Performs regular computer backup and archives customer files for safekeeping and for easy retrieval.
• Purges obsolete files.
• Operates all equipment, software, and devices in an expert fashion and is willing to teach others - large format HP and UV flatbed printers, large format laminators, and CNC router.
• Monitors inventory of supplies needed and keeps supplies neat and orderly.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Capable of performing all troubleshooting procedures.
• Establishes and maintains effective team relationships with all support departments.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.
• Able to work well under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work.
• Able to sit and view a computer screen for long periods.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills would be ideal.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person