Prepress Graphic Specialist

Accelera; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Prepress Graphic Specialist to bridge design and final print production, ensuring artwork is optimized for high-quality output. You will apply file preparation and color management expertise to drive efficiency across manufacturing workflows.

In this role, you will manage traps, color separations, and prepress quality checks while collaborating with teams to resolve issues from design to plate. Strong packaging standards and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in graphic design and prepress operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat within a Mac-based environment.
• Expertise in file trapping, color separation, and print-ready file preparation.
• Solid understanding of flexographic printing techniques and packaging production standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects.

Responsibilities

• Transform customer concepts into press-ready files while managing traps and impositions.
• Execute color separations to ensure brand consistency and print quality.
• Perform quality assurance to verify artwork accuracy and technical specs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve file issues from design to printing plate.
• Maintain organized production documentation for tracking and deadlines.
• Optimize prepress workflows to improve accuracy and output speed.

Skills

Graphic design

Prepress operations

Color management

Packaging standards

Attention to detail

Project management

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Acrobat

Esko software

RIP software

Preflight software

Job description

As a Prepress Graphic Specialist, you will serve as the bridge between creative design and final print production, ensuring all artwork is perfectly optimized for high-quality output. You will leverage your technical expertise in file preparation and color management to drive efficiency and accuracy across our manufacturing workflows.

About the Role

As a Prepress Graphic Specialist, you will serve as the bridge between creative design and final print production, ensuring all artwork is perfectly optimized for high-quality output. You will leverage your technical expertise in file preparation and color management to drive efficiency and accuracy across our manufacturing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Transform customer concepts into press-ready files by managing complex file trapping, distortion, and imposition tasks.
• Execute precise color separations to ensure brand consistency and superior print quality on every project.
• Conduct rigorous quality assurance reviews to verify artwork accuracy, grammar, and adherence to technical specifications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve technical file issues and streamline the transition from design to the printing plate.
• Maintain organized production documentation to support seamless project tracking and meet demanding turnaround times.
• Optimize prepress workflows to minimize errors and maximize output efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in graphic design and prepress operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat within a Mac-based environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in file trapping, color separation, and print-ready file preparation.
• Solid understanding of flexographic printing techniques and packaging production standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with Esko software for advanced packaging prepress.
• Background in corrugated packaging graphics and plate manufacturing.
• Familiarity with RIP and preflight software tools for production optimization.
• Strong knowledge of color management principles and industry-standard printing specs.