Prepress & Design Specialist - Precision Printing

Calagaz Printing; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Opportunities on diverse, interestingπ

Modern equipment

Works with a team who values you

Job summary

Calagaz Printing, Mobile's trusted print partner for over 30 years, seeks a precise prepress specialist/graphic designer to link customer vision with flawless results. You will handle file prep, design, layout and troubleshooting to ensure every job meets high standards and exceeds expectations.

You'll collaborate with sales, customer service and press operators to deliver accurate work on time, while maintaining detailed job records and ensuring color accuracy across CMYK and spot colors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with 2+ years in graphic layout or design.
• Minimum 1 year of print production experience.
• Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Strong knowledge of PDF files, imposition, and color processes (CMYK, spot colors).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to read measurements accurately.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare customer files for print production.
• Design and layout projects based on job specs and customer needs.
• Review and approve designs with team before sending to press.
• Create proofs for customers and ensure deadlines are met.
• Preflight and troubleshoot digital files to catch issues early.
• Adjust graphics, manage color separations, ensure color accuracy.
• Prepare files for output to plates, film and digital presses with precision.
• Set up files so press operators have what they need to succeed.
• Maintain detailed records for each job, including specs and times.
• Communicate with customer service, sales and production to keep projects on track.

Skills

Graphic design

Print production

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

PDF workflows

Job description

Calagaz Printing, Mobile's trusted print partner for over 30 years, seeks a precise prepress specialist/graphic designer to link customer vision with flawless results. You will handle file prep, design, layout and troubleshooting to ensure every job meets high standards and exceeds expectations.

You'll collaborate with sales, customer service and press operators to deliver accurate work on time, while maintaining detailed job records and ensuring color accuracy across CMYK and spot colors.