Graphics & Prepress Specialist — On-site St. Paul

FREEMAN; Minnesota; Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sparks in Minnesota seeks a Graphics & Prepress Production Artist to prepare, review, produce, and quality-check graphic files for print and installation. The role bridges design and production, ensuring artwork meets brand standards, print specs, and production requirements while supporting fabrication, finishing, inventory, and installation readiness at our St.

Paul facility. This position requires 3+ years in graphic production with strong typography and print- workflow knowledge, plus

Qualifikationen

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ yrs experience in graphic production, prepress, print production, or a related role.
• Experience preparing files for large-format printing and production workflows.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color management, and print production processes.
• Experience with quality assurance and proofing procedures.
• Working knowledge of vinyl production, laminating, graphic mounting, and finishing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Familiarity with large-format printers, laminators, vinyl plotters, and related production equipment.
• Knowledge of Mac operating systems and graphics production workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude while maintaining reliable attendance and punctuality.

Aufgaben

• Review and prepare artwork files for print production, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with customer brand standards.
• Proof artwork, layouts, typography, color, and file integrity prior to production.
• Identify and resolve artwork and production issues to meet deadlines and quality expectations.
• Read, interpret, and apply customer, legal, regulatory, and production specifications.
• Maintain production templates, graphics standards, and reference materials.
• Assist with file setup and work order packages for internal production and external vendors.
• Support the transition of conceptual designs through final production-ready artwork.
• Set up files for output and support large-format print production processes.
• Operate vinyl-cutting equipment and perform vinyl weeding, masking, application, and mounting.
• Laminate graphic prints and apply graphics to various substrates.
• Inspect finished graphics to ensure they meet quality and appearance standards.
• Coordinate graphics production activities with shop personnel, installers, shipping, and warehouse teams.
• Facilitate finishing requirements, attachment methods, packaging, and installation support materials.
• Track project status, monitor work order schedules, and verify completion milestones.
• Maintain inventory records, project documentation, and production archives.
• Coordinate quality control inspections and support shipping accuracy.
• Confirm final shipping inventories and ensure installation materials, documentation, and electronic files accompany projects.
• Communicate proactively with design, production, and installation teams to minimize errors and improve workflow efficiency.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance graphics production consistency and predictability.
• Maintain and improve graphic archives and project records.
• Assist with inventory tracking and database updates.
• Process and store graphics returning from shows, including labeling, documentation, and storage organization.
• Monitor equipment and supply inventory levels and assist with replenishment as needed.

Kenntnisse

Graphic production

Prepress

Typography

Print production

Multi-project management

Ausbildung

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Mac OS

Large-format printers

Jobbeschreibung

Sparks in Minnesota seeks a Graphics & Prepress Production Artist to prepare, review, produce, and quality-check graphic files for print and installation. The role bridges design and production, ensuring artwork meets brand standards, print specs, and production requirements while supporting fabrication, finishing, inventory, and installation readiness at our St.

Paul facility. This position requires 3+ years in graphic production with strong typography and print- workflow knowledge, plus