Preflight Graphic Technician: Art Prep & Production

Moss Holding Company; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Moss Holding Company is seeking a Preflight Technician in Illinois to review client-supplied art, identify issues, and prepare layouts for client approval and production.

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and strong attention to detail are essential, with at least one year of graphics industry experience. You will collaborate with Customer Success Managers, Production, and customers in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education and specialized training in printing technology and software and graphic communications or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum one year practical experience in graphic production or as graphic artist required.
• Working knowledge of Macintosh and Windows platforms, operating systems and graphics software required.
• Math skill to include algebra, geometry, fractions, multiplication, addition, subtraction, division, decimals, and conversion from metric to standard measurement.
• Good eyesight including visual acuity, depth perception, field of view, color vision and the ability to focus quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail required; artistic ability a plus.
• Ability and willingness to learn new software quickly.
• Able to read, write and speak clearly in English to communicate internally and externally.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team.
• Thorough knowledge of professional publishing applications for Mac OS and PC including: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of PDF and postscript files and PDF plug-ins.
• General knowledge of utility programs such as ftp file transfer, file compression, and web browsers.

Responsibilities

• Download or navigate to customer supplied art, determining art for items on Moss work orders.
• Preflight, format and manipulate art to meet quality standards.
• Prepare art files for client approval and production printing, cutting and sewing.
• Review client art for completeness, resolution, color space or profiles, linked files, fonts, effects.
• Communicate with the Customer Success Manager and customer clearly and efficiently.
• Create print ready art and cut files for internal proofs and full-sized prints.
• Work with Color Correct and Print Technicians to resolve file issues and nesting.
• Create layouts showing seam placement, sizes and print location for approval.
• Work with Tech Design and Patterning to ensure correct shape size for art files.
• Ensure resolution allows for high quality printing.
• Ensure art effects are compatible with printing process and adjust accordingly.
• Use Adobe CS programs to open, manipulate and set up files for approval and production.
• Update production schedule and work orders as required.
• Keep current on latest technologies and software tools.
• Provide training and advice to customers on digital art file preparation.
• Coordinate with the CSM and Production teams to prioritize jobs and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with customers and the company to meet objectives.
• Follow systems and procedures outlined by company policy and safety rules.
• Read and understand production schedule, work orders, cut sheets, CAD drawings and written instructions.
• Estimate and communicate time needed to correct art.
• Practice self-discipline to budget time and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a professional manner in dress, communication, and work area.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in printing technology or graphic communications

Formal training with Adobe CS products

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Job description

The Moss Holding Company is seeking a Preflight Technician in Illinois to review client-supplied art, identify issues, and prepare layouts for client approval and production.

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and strong attention to detail are essential, with at least one year of graphics industry experience. You will collaborate with Customer Success Managers, Production, and customers in a fast-paced environment.