Entry-Level Platemaker: Prepress & Plate Production

Houston Chronicle; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Chronicle is seeking an entry-level Platemaker to join our Print Production team. You will support all plate-making systems, monitor system level functions, and produce printing plates and electronic images for printing in the newspaper.

The role requires multi-tasking, strong communication, and basic software knowledge; hours include evenings and weekends, with on-site production responsibilities and collaboration with vendors and staff.

Qualifications

• Multi-tasking and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage Plates & Chemical Inventory.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational Skills

Good Communicator

Problem Solving

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Mac & PC computer experience

Newspaper plate production

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Houston Chronicle is seeking an entry-level Platemaker to join our Print Production team. You will support all plate-making systems, monitor system level functions, and produce printing plates and electronic images for printing in the newspaper.

The role requires multi-tasking, strong communication, and basic software knowledge; hours include evenings and weekends, with on-site production responsibilities and collaboration with vendors and staff.