Prepress Graphics Specialist: Precision Color & Proofing

multi color corp; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability, life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

MCC in Chesapeake, VA seeks a Graphics Prepress Specialist to ensure accurate construction and processing of artwork for lithography, flexography, gravure, and digital label printing. The role emphasizes technical file prep over design, with attention to customer specs and fast turnarounds.

Responsibilities include separations, proof output, file conversion for plate output, and QA checks. Strong computer skills and color theory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2 years of equivalent education and experience in graphics reproduction or related fields.
• Proficiency with prepress software, color management and file preparation for multiple print methods.

Responsibilities

• Execute electronic art separations following customer artwork and printer specs.
• Outputs electronic proofs and hard color proofs; converts proofs to final stepped files.
• Inspect files with QA checklist and ensure timely, accurate delivery.
• Interact with customers and team members on job specs and requirements.
• Manage multiple jobs in different production stages and document processes.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Color theory

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree or 2 years experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

MS Office

Esko/GMG/HP Indigo tools

Job description

MCC in Chesapeake, VA seeks a Graphics Prepress Specialist to ensure accurate construction and processing of artwork for lithography, flexography, gravure, and digital label printing. The role emphasizes technical file prep over design, with attention to customer specs and fast turnarounds.

Responsibilities include separations, proof output, file conversion for plate output, and QA checks. Strong computer skills and color theory knowledge are essential.