Graphic Design Pre-Press and Print Production Specialist

FASTSIGNS #62001; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

FASTSIGNS #62001 in San Jose, CA seeks a Graphic Design Pre-Press Specialist for full-time, in-office work. The role focuses on preparing layouts and proofs, creating production files for specialized equipment, and collaborating with sales and fabrication teams to deliver high-quality visual signage.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in graphic design/pre-press, strong Illustrator skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining brand standards.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of graphic design and/or pre-press experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Advanced in Adobe Illustrator (Required)
• Ability to independently track and prioritize simultaneous projects
• Sit and view a computer screen for long periods
• Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
• Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organize, prioritize, and manage client files
• Able to lift 25 or more pounds
• Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back-forth hand motions to produce graphics

Responsibilities

• Prepare layouts and digital proofs for client projects, and create production files for output on a variety of equipment
• Collaborate with sales to provide visual solutions based on customer needs
• Work with fabrication team to plan output
• Follow precise guidelines including brand standards, ADA regulations and building code requirements
• Create or adjust layouts to satisfy customer goals
• Prepare accurate production files for machine requirements
• Balance creativity with efficiency
• Produce final products such as banners, yard signs, vinyl graphics, window graphics
• Hybrid position with in-office duties and hands-on production training

Skills

Graphic design

Pre-press

Adobe Illustrator

Prioritization

Communication

Team collaboration

Physical ability

File organization

Lifting 25+ pounds

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Drive

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonus based on performance

Do you want a creative outlet balanced with structure and simplicity to make a beautiful and impactful footprint on the city around you?

Does the idea of seeing your work as you’re driving to work seem rewarding and exciting?

Do you have great respect for brand standards and take pride in craftsmanship and excellence?

Are you an independent worker that thrives on pushing your skills and experience to new heights?

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the maturity, passion, and energy to collaborate with others on the team. We need someone who can see beyond what is presented and design something that excites and inspires but can appreciate there is also a place for simple, clean, and eye-catching.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of graphic design and/or pre-press experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Advanced in Adobe Illustrator (Required)
• Ability to independently track and prioritize simultaneous projects
• Sit and view a computer screen for long periods (6 hours or more)
• Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
• Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to effectively and efficiently organize, prioritize, and manage client files
• Able to lift 25 or more pounds
• Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back-forth hand motions to produce graphics

Responsibilities

• This is a full time (40 hours per week) in-office position
• As a Graphic Design Pre-Press Specialist, your primary responsibilities will be to prepare layouts and digital proofs for client projects, and to create production files for output on a variety of specialized equipment
• You will work closely with our sales team to provide effective visual solutions based on customer needs, and will collaborate with our fabrication team to plan output
• The ideal candidate is methodical, efficient and has an eye for good design
• They thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, are energized by a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, and have a strong interest in learning more about the custom signage industry
• Work fluently and precisely in Adobe Illustrator to create all digital files necessary for conceptualizing, proofing and fabricating a project, which may include scale mockups, permit drawings, construction submittals, color tests, specialized print and cut files or logo/graphic recreation
• Assist sales team during the quoting process by evaluating customer files and creating mockups
• Work from a wide range of starting points, including previous projects, written descriptions, mockups, sketches, and reference photos to generate polished, effective layouts that answer the customer’s visual communication goals
• Create or adjust layouts to follow precise guidelines such as customer brand standards, existing sign programs, ADA regulations and building code requirements
• Prepare accurate production files for optimized output based on machine requirements and limitations
• Work fluently with various file formats provided by the customer, font files and stock photos
• Follow naming, organizational and archiving standards to ensure that digital assets for all in-house and client projects are stored correctly in Google Drive
• Balance creativity with efficiency
• This is a Hybrid Position. You will be responsible for producing final products. Banners, yard signs, vinyl graphics, window graphics. You will receive hands on training if no prior sign production experience.

Note: This position is for our San Jose-Campbell location; 1228 A. S. Bascom Ave., San Jose 95128