Pre-Press Operator

Ohio; Athens, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition waiver 100%

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ohio University’s University Printing Resource Center seeks a Pre-Press Operator to coordinate pre-press services, prepare digital files, and ensure files are print-ready. The role supports color management, layout, proofing, and production for books, catalogs, and various materials.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of related experience and strong Adobe Suite skills, plus experience with wide-format printers and layout/imposition.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience using the Adobe Suite.
• Experience operating wide-format printers.
• Layout/imposition and graphic design experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and produce pre-press services for various materials.
• Prepare digital files, artwork, and materials for the printing process.
• Manage color, proofing, layout/imposition, and production workflows.

Skills

Adobe Suite

Wide-format printers

Layout/Imposition

Graphic design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Pre-Press Operator

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Business Title: Pre-Press Operator

Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Job Description Summary

Department Summary: The Pre-Press Operator is responsible for the coordination and production of pre-press services. Position provides electronic data for digital printing services and provides training and consults/advises others in printing and pre-press procedures and standards.

The Pre-Press Operator prepares digital files, artwork, and materials so they are ready for the printing process. This is the stage before actual printing (pre-press), involving file checking, color management, layout/imposition, proofing and production using wide-format machines.

Position Profile

Responsible for the production, planning, scheduling, and coordination of printed and/or digital books, catalogs, publications, t-shirts, signs, and other materials. May perform laser engraving services. Maintains press, bindery, and copier equipment.

Level Summary: Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities: May assist in mentoring or training new employees.

Fiscal Responsibilities: No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.

Problem Solving: Handles a variety of problems with some independence.

Independence of Action: Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.

Communication and Collaboration: Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using the Adobe Suite.
• Experience operating wide-format printers.
• Layout/imposition and graphic design experience is preferred.

Department: University Printing Resource Center

Pay Rate: The target salary range is $43,888 to $51,377 commensurate with the selected candidate’s education and experience while considering internal equity.

Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources.

Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits .

Pay Grade 15

Pay Range: $43,888.00-$62,459.00

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment

Employment Type: full-time regular

Job Family: Auxiliaries

Job Sub Family: Publications & Production

Job Level: IC2

Job Open Date: 09/14/2026

Posting End Date: 09/30/2026

Planning Unit: University Communications and Marketing

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm. Weekend/Extended hours may be required. Months 12 month

Campus: Athens, Ohio

Expected hours worked per week: 40+

Expected duration of assignment: Indefinite

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about the position. Chris Frogale, [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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