Graphics PrePress Specialist

Hamilton Exhibits • Full-time • Indianapolis, IN, US • $20 / hour • 4d ago

Attitude is everything! Hamilton is looking to add to our Graphics team!

Hamilton is a full-service event marketing agency with a 75-year legacy creating immersive brand experiences for companies throughout North America and around the world. We design, produce, and execute integrated experiences – exhibits, events, environments, and digital solutions – that drive meaningful connections between your brand and your audience.

If you are a dedicated and hard-working employee, Hamilton offers great opportunities for growth.

Position Summary:

The Graphics Pre-Press Specialist prepares digital files for print production, formats graphic layouts, adjusts color profiles, resolves technical issues to ensure high-quality printed materials, and communicates effectively and professionally with clients and Account Management.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Performance will be evaluated based on fulfilling the responsibilities of the position in a timely, accurate, professional, and responsive manner.

Responsibilities

Provides accurate graphic layout and design to meet clients’ requirements. This includes scanning, file clean-up, typesetting, and producing layouts for client approval
Sustain knowledge of file setup requirements for a variety of printing and cutting equipment
Evaluate output and make process adjustments as necessary to obtain desired quality; troubleshoot flaws in print quality in cooperation with production team
Utilize project management software to communicate job status and prepare and process job tickets for production team
Maintain compliance with internal recordkeeping requirements, most specifically, accurately preparing timecards and material sheets on a daily basis

Requirements

Two years’ post-secondary education in graphic design or graphics/sign industry preferred. Experience working with large-format graphics is a plus
Demonstrated proficiency in use of graphics computer software with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop preferred
Thorough knowledge of Pantone color systems
Demonstrated time management and self-management skills
Performs responsibilities efficiently and accurately under pressure and with strict deadlines
Be accurate and detail-oriented
Ability to retain client-specific project and brand knowledge
Demonstrates excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills
Exhibits a positive attitude with the ability to work effectively with a variety of people and personalities, and at all levels
Has strong initiative and is able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Is flexible and adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, adjust to peak volume, and rush orders in a fast-paced environment
Be able to work overtime, and at times, with minimal notice