Prepress & Print Production Coordinator

Duncan-Parnell Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, dental, vision, accident,life

Long-term disability insurance

Medical and dependent care FSA or HSA

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Duncan-Parnell Inc. is seeking a Pre-Press Graphic Designer to support sales and production by preparing accurate, press-ready files for print and ensuring artwork meets production specs.

The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills and be skilled in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in design or a related field and at least 2 years of print experience, with a

Qualifications

• 2 years of print experience.
• Bachelor's degree in design or related field.
• Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop; competent in Microsoft Office.
• Adheres to Duncan-Parnell’s Mission Statement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalize artwork for wide-format printing, packaging, and signage applications.
• Review customer-supplied files and correct issues related to color, resolution, bleed, and layout.
• Preflight and package print files for internal production or outsourced vendors.
• Cross-reference artwork with job specs and purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
• Create digital proofs for internal approval and client sign-off.
• Communicate file status, proof approvals, and production concerns with the sales and coordination teams.
• Update the production job board with artwork completion and release timelines.
• Ensure files are set up correctly for various production equipment (e.g., flatbed printers, cutters, routers).
• Maintain organized file systems and follow version control best practices.
• Perform additional design or production tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duncan-Parnell Inc. is seeking a Pre-Press Graphic Designer to support sales and production by preparing accurate, press-ready files for print and ensuring artwork meets production specs.

The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills and be skilled in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in design or a related field and at least 2 years of print experience, with a