Pre-Press Designer / Signage Project Manager

Harry the hirer; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Harry the hirer is seeking a Pre-Press Designer & Signage Project Manager in Melbourne to bring artwork to production-ready status and drive projects to successful delivery. You’ll combine creative, technical and project management skills in a fast-paced signage environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing client artwork, pre-flighting for large-format printing, and coordinating with Sales, Production and Install teams to hit deadlines with quality results.

Qualifications

• Experience using Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of artwork setup, pre-press processes, and file preparation.
• Basic graphic design skills with a good eye for layout, colour and detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Experience in signage, print, exhibition, or large-format graphics is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare client-supplied artwork to meet production specifications.
• Proof and pre-flight artwork for large format digital printing and signage manufacturing.
• Manage signage projects from start to finish.
• Liaise with Sales Managers, Production Teams, Installers to ensure seamless execution.
• Monitor progress and resolve issues to maintain deadlines and quality.

Job description

Pre-Press Designer / Signage Project Manager

Join Australia's Leading Event & Exhibition Signage Team

Want to see your work showcased at some of Australia's biggest events, exhibitions, and major activations?

We're looking for a motivated Pre-Press Designer & Signage Project Manager to join our growing signage team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your creative, technical, and project management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Working alongside industry experts, you'll play a key role in bringing large-scale event and exhibition signage to life, from artwork preparation through to successful project delivery.

About the Role

As a Pre-Press Designer & Signage Project Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring artwork is production-ready while managing signage projects through every stage of the process.

Key Responsibilities

Review and prepare client-supplied artwork to ensure it meets production specifications and quality standards.

Proof and pre-flight artwork for large format digital printing and signage manufacturing.

Manage allocated signage projects from start to finish.

Liaise with Sales Managers, Production Teams, Installers to ensure seamless project execution.

Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues to maintain deadlines and quality standards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

Experience using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat.

Strong understanding of artwork setup, pre-press processes, and file preparation.

Basic graphic design skills and a good eye for layout, colour, and detail.

Excellent communication and organisational skills.

The ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.

A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Experience within the signage, print, exhibition, or large-format graphics industry (highly regarded).

Why Join Us?

Work on some of Australia's largest and most recognised events and exhibitions.

Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and energetic team culture.

Enjoy a varied role combining design, technical expertise, and project management.

See your work brought to life on a grand scale.