Pre-Press Technician / Production Designer

AlphaGraphics; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Job summary

AlphaGraphics in Dallas is seeking a highly skilled Pre-Press Technician to support our production operations. This role will prepare, review, and optimize customer artwork for print, signs, promotional and apparel projects.

You will demonstrate strong technical proficiency and communicate effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The position requires proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop), deep understanding of PDF workflows, and

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in pre-press or graphic design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop) and PDF workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Generate and review proofs for accuracy prior to customer approval.
• Prepare and preflight digital files to meet print production requirements.
• Identify and resolve file issues related to color, layout, bleed, resolution, and font usage.
• Perform imposition and layout for print production set-up.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including design, customer service, and production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Analytical problem solving

Communication

Tools

InDesign

Acrobat

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance

Pre-Press Technician / Production Designer From $22.00

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Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Pre-Press Technician to support our production operations. This role is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and optimizing customer artwork for print, signs, promotional and apparel projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, professional communication, and the ability to work productively in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and review proofs for accuracy prior to customer approval
• Prepare and preflight digital files to meet print production requirements
• Identify and resolve file issues related to color, layout, bleed, resolution, and font usage
• Perform imposition and layout for print production set-up
• Generate proofs for customer approval
• Collaborate with internal teams, including design, customer service, and production
• Maintain organized file management and adhere to established production procedures

Qualifications

• Prior experience in pre-press or graphic design is required
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Strong understanding of PDF workflows, RIP systems, and print/sign industry standards
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with a high level of urgency and accuracy

Benefits include healthcare, paid vacation, paid holidays, 401(k), and bonus opportunities.

OUR CORE VALUES

Commitment

• Tenacity
• Integrity
• Excellence
• Fun

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.