Signage Prepress Designer – Large-Format Printing

FASTSIGNS International. Inc; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

A leading signage company in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Prepress Graphic Designer to prepare artwork for print production and create designs for various signage projects. Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and a strong understanding of prepress requirements. This full-time in-office role offers competitive pay, health benefits, and a collaborative work environment focused on local business impact.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in graphic design, prepress, or signage production.
• Strong understanding of prepress and print file setup for large-format printing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customer files and original artwork for print production.
• Manage files for output through ONYX RIP software.
• Modify customer files to meet technical specifications.
• Create designs for signage and other visual communications.
• Conduct quality control checks for output.

Skills

Experience in graphic design, prepress, or signage production

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Proficiency in Photoshop

Attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple projects

Familiarity with sign shop equipment

Tools

ONYX RIP software

Job description

A leading signage company in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Prepress Graphic Designer to prepare artwork for print production and create designs for various signage projects. Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and a strong understanding of prepress requirements. This full-time in-office role offers competitive pay, health benefits, and a collaborative work environment focused on local business impact.