GRAPHIC DESIGN PRE-FLIGHT OPERATOR
The State of New Hampshire
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Resumo da oferta
State of New Hampshire is seeking a Graphic Design Pre-Flight Operator to act as a Co-Team leader in a small pre-press production group. The role involves desktop publishing for camera-ready artwork, websites, and online forms, operating in a MAC environment.
Salary is hourly, $19.96 to $26.41, with a comprehensive total compensation package. The position requires 3 years of education/experience in graphic arts or related field, and experience with PageMaker, QuarkXPress, and similar software.
Qualificações
- Education must be in graphic arts, printing, or a computer-related discipline.
- Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after high school.
- Experience with desktop publishing in MAC/Pc environment preferred.
Responsabilidades
- Prepare electronic typesetting, page layout, and design for offset printing and copying.
- Translate codes and write macros in Word; transfer data to desktop publishing software for production of various documents.
- Direct and assist Pre-Press Operators with layout of logos and advertisements using scanning devices and software.
- Advise agencies on production methods to avoid delays and ensure deadlines.
- Schedule workflow to meet agency demands and printing schedules.
- Maintain equipment networking; troubleshoot hardware/software; manage supplies and orders.
Conhecimentos
Formação académica
Ferramentas
Descrição da oferta de emprego
Position #10168
Position #10168
Hours: Monday- Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
The starting hourly pay for this position is $19.96 - $26.41
- See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services, Bureau of Graphic Services has a full-time vacancy for Graphic Design Pre-Flight Operator.
To Act as a Co-Team leader over the operations of a small pre-press production department operating desktop publishing computer systems for the typesetting and preparation of camera-ready artwork, Internet web page design and On-line order form sites.
Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education must be in graphic arts, printing, or a computer-related discipline. Experience must be in the printing industry. Experience utilizing desk top publishing skills on Aldus Pagemaker, Quark Express, and/or similar software programs operating in a MAC/personal computer environment is preferred.
License/Certification: None
Other Requirements: None
Knowledge of printing, typesetting, computer logic, and networking. Good working knowledge of arithmetic, spelling, and grammar. Ability to type a minimum of 60 wpm preferred. Some knowledge of cost estimating and typesetting requirements. Some knowledge of web design, on-line posting and site management. Ability to organize diverse workload for effective production schedule. Strong decision-making, and organizational capabilities, the ability to write and communicate effectively, plus analytical skills appropriate for problem solving. Reliable ability to maintain confidentiality, as required.
Prepare the electronic typesetting, page layout, and design of camera-ready mechanicals for offset printing and copying at State print shops and commercial printers.
Develop, implement and evaluate design projects and plans by translating word-processor codes, writing and testing macros in Microsoft Word, transferring data to desktop publishing software programs such as PageMaker, In Design and Quark Express across multiple platforms (Windows and MAC), for production of law books, legislative documents, brochures, booklets, forms, mailers, posters, etc.
Direct, create and/or assist Pre-Press Production Comp uter Operators with the design and layout of logos, artwork, and advertisements using electronic scanning devices and software programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Advise client agencies, Pre-Press Production Comp uter Operators , and immediate supervisor on production methods and choices of format and design to avoid costly delays and reproduction problems; Schedule work flow, when delegation is required, to accommodate critical deadlines, priority projects and regular work to avoid conflicts, meet agency demands, and printing schedules. Consult with printing/bindery departments of Graphic Services to ensure most cost-effective production methods.
Evaluate and interpret data retrieved electronically and from disks; develop appropriate methods of providing files to outside sources, when requested.
Establishes and maintains close staff contact with Senate and House Clerks’ offices to ensure overnight reproduction of telecommunicated legislative documents via the internet, and shared computer networks, as dictated.
Watch over equipment operations to maintain networking links, troubleshoot all computer hardware and software, peripheral devices such as backup drives, postscript laser printers, 4-color copier, etc. Schedule appropriate service/support as needed; Maintain supply inventories, place orders with appropriate purchasing authority for materials necessary to the efficient operation of the department.
Research and recommend new software and equipment. Train and communicate with Pre-Press Production Comp uter Operators on new formatting and programming methods to improve efficiency and capabilities.
Estimate typesetting, color copy and related charges to ensure accurate billing and cost recovery of projects submitted by State agencies.
Report to and maintain close contact with immediate supervisor, to ensure area projects and/or internal issues are known and addressed by appropriate authority. Includes writing memos, e-mail correspondence, reports, and summaries. Schedule and attend meetings, programs, and classes, as required or deemed useful to the improvement of the department.
Recognizing that everyone we come in contact with is a customer, consistently treat all with courtesy, respect and professionalism, striving to exceed customer service expectations.
The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.
For further information please contact Donald Labrie, Administrator, at Donald.Labrie@das.nh.gov or 603-271-1453.
- TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION*
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
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