Pre-Press Graphic Design

Southern Tape & Label, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Southern Tape & Label, Inc. in Cocoa, FL is seeking a Pre-Press Graphic Designer to prepare files for print, troubleshoot problems, and convert approved art for digital printing or plate preparation. This onsite role emphasizes accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You will proof, revise, and coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure the artwork meets printing specifications and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of design, color theory, and typography.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional online presence in written communication with clients.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients or design team to understand goals and discuss options.
• Review incoming files to confirm suitability for printing and ensure accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and resolve file issues (alignment, color, typography, bleed).
• Create proofs and update files based on feedback until approved.
• Double-check proof quality before initiating any print run.
• Convert approved art for digital printing or plate preparation.
• Learn printing processes across a variety of methods and equipment.
• Maintain a tidy workspace and keep equipment clean.
• Perform light equipment maintenance and consumable replacement.
• Coordinate with other departments as needed.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Customer service

Design knowledge

Computer skills

Written communication

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

Photoshop

Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Pre-Press Graphic Design position supports Southern Tape & Label, Inc. by preparing and troubleshooting design files so they can move from client and internal drafts to print-ready output. The role also includes proofing, revisions, and conversion of approved art for digital printing or plate preparation in a fast-paced onsite environment in Cocoa, FL.

Pre-Press Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with clients or the design team to understand goals and vision, and discuss realistic options to implement that vision.
• Review and analyze incoming files from clients or in-house design teams to confirm suitability for printing, including checking and double-checking images and text for critical accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and resolve file issues such as alignment, color, exposure, clarity, grain, and typography problems, including bleed-related adjustments.
• Create proofs for client or design team review, update files based on feedback, and continue producing revised proofs until the design is approved.
• Double-check proof quality, including clarity and alignment, before initiating any print run.
• Convert approved art for digital printing equipment or for physical plate preparation.
• Learn printing processes and procedures across a variety of print methods and equipment.
• Maintain a tidy work area, including keeping computers and printing equipment clean and in good repair.
• Perform light equipment maintenance, including software updates and replacement of consumable supplies as needed.
• Coordinate and cooperate with other departments within the company as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of design, color theory, and typography.
• Computer skills.
• Professional online presence in written communication with clients.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Tools and Technologies

• Adobe Creative Suite
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Acrobat
• Microsoft Office

Compensation and Location

Location: Cocoa, FL (onsite).
Compensation: USD 20 per hourly.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance