Pre-Press Specialist

AlphaGraphics of Greenway Plaza; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

AlphaGraphics Uptown Houston in Houston, TX is seeking a Pre-Press Specialist with strong Graphic Design skills. This hands-on role focuses on reviewing, correcting, and preparing customer files for production while collaborating with design and print teams.

You'll rely on Adobe Creative Cloud tools, enforce print-ready standards, and help ensure accurate, high-quality output. A detail-oriented, team player with project management ability will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud apps (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Strong understanding of graphic design and print production.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to catch errors before production.
• Portfolio or work samples encouraged.
• Experience with prepress and large-format printing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and preflight customer artwork for print production.
• Prepare and correct files for digital and large-format printing.
• Check dimensions, bleeds, resolution, color, fonts, and layout.
• Create and modify artwork to meet production requirements.
• Work with Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and PitStop Pro.
• Coordinate with production and sales to resolve issues.
• Assist with digital printing and finishing as needed.
• Ensure finished jobs meet the ticket specifications.
• Manage multiple jobs and deadlines with accuracy.

Skills

Graphic design

Prepress / print production

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent working

Multitasking

Portfolio

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

PitStop Pro

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Training & development

AlphaGraphics Uptown Houston — Houston, TX

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | In-Person

AlphaGraphics Uptown Houston is looking for a Pre-Press Specialist with strong Graphic Design skills to join our team. This is a hands-on position for someone who understands that good print production starts with properly prepared artwork. You'll be responsible for reviewing, correcting, and preparing customer files for production, while also assisting with design and print-related projects. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to the details, and is interested in building a long-term career with our team.

Responsibilities

• Review and preflight customer artwork for print production.
• Prepare and correct files for digital and large-format printing.
• Check dimensions, bleeds, resolution, color, fonts, and overall file setup.
• Create and modify artwork as needed to meet production requirements.
• Work primarily in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and PitStop Pro.
• Communicate with production and sales teams to resolve artwork and job issues.
• Assist with digital printing and finishing as needed.
• Help ensure finished jobs meet the specifications on the job ticket.
• Manage multiple jobs and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and organization.

What We're Looking For

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Solid understanding of graphic design and print production.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to catch errors before production.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Previous prepress, print production, or graphic design experience preferred.
• Experience with digital presses, large-format printing, or finishing equipment is a plus.
• Portfolio or examples of work are encouraged.

We are open to candidates ranging from newer designers with solid technical skills to experienced print-production professionals. The right candidate will have strong fundamentals, a good work ethic, and a desire to become a dependable long-term member of our team.

Schedule & Compensation

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Full-Time | Approximately 40 hours/week

Competitive Pay Based On Experience And Skill Level

Location: Houston, TX

Work Location: In person

Compensation: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

At AlphaGraphics, we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out, looking for that next great growth opportunity, or seeking a change, we have exciting roles to suit you.

We pride ourselves on our training programs in management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing. Join us with or without experience, and we will succeed together as a team!

• AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.