Prepress & Production Specialist

Sir Speedy Cedar Park/Austin; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

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Job summary

Sir Speedy Cedar Park/Austin in Cedar Park, TX, is seeking a Prepress & Production Specialist to prepare customer files for print, support large-format production, and assist with estimates.

The ideal candidate is organized, technically skilled, and comfortable working hands-on with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, and Photoshop; experience with large-format printers is a plus and attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Prepress and print production experience.
• Strong proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat Pro and Photoshop.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Preflight and prepare customer files for digital and large-format printing.
• Review artwork for resolution, bleed, color accuracy, and print readiness.
• Make necessary file corrections in Adobe Creative Suite to add bleeds and impose files for printing.
• Set up and rip files for digital presses and wide-format printers.
• Operate large-format printers, cutters, laminators, and related finishing equipment (training provided).
• Assist with trimming, mounting, laminating, and finishing signage and graphics.
• Perform quality checks to ensure accurate and consistent output.
• Help maintain equipment and production workspaces.
• Assist in preparing print estimates using our MIS/job ticket system.
• Review materials, production steps, and timelines for incoming jobs.
• Coordinate with sales and production teams to ensure job accuracy.
• Maintain organized digital files and job records.
• Support bindery and finishing tasks as needed.
• Assist with customer service interactions when necessary.

Skills

Prepress

InDesign

Illustrator

Acrobat Pro

Photoshop

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

Large-format printers

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Prepress & Production Specialist to prepare customer files for print, support large-format production, and assist with print estimates. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, technically skilled, and enjoys working in a hands‑on environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepress (Primary Duties)

• - Preflight and prepare customer files for digital and large-format printing
• - Review artwork for resolution, bleed, color accuracy, and print readiness
• - Make necessary file corrections in Adobe Creative Suite to add bleeds and impose files for printing
• - Set up and rip files for digital presses and wide-format printers

Large-Format & Production Support

• - Operate large-format printers, cutters, laminators, and related finishing equipment (training provided)
• - Assist with trimming, mounting, laminating, and finishing signage and graphics
• - Perform quality checks to ensure accurate and consistent output
• - Help maintain equipment and production workspaces

Estimating & Workflow Assistance

• - Assist in preparing print estimates using our MIS/job ticket system
• - Review materials, production steps, and timelines for incoming jobs
• - Coordinate with sales and production teams to ensure job accuracy

General Duties

• - Maintain organized digital files and job records
• - Support bindery and finishing tasks as needed
• - Assist with customer service interactions when necessary
• - Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment

Qualifications

Preferred:

• - Familiarity with large-format printing equipment a plus

Required:

• - Prepress and print production experience
• - Strong proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat Pro and Photoshop
• - Excellent attention to detail
• - Ability to multitask and work efficiently under deadlines
• - Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• - Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills

Schedule & Compensation

• - Full-time, Monday–Friday
• - Pay based on experience
• - Opportunities for training and advancement
• - Benefits available after introductory period