Operator, Prepress Imposition

Fanatics • Miramar, FL

97d

About The Position

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company working at the intersection of collectibles and technology. We are backed by some of the best investors, sports & entertainment properties and operators in the world. Fanatics Collectibles is integrating with Fanatics' global digital sports platform - which includes 900 sports relationships and more than 81 million reachable fans - to reimagine the collectibles business for the 21st century. The mandate of the Pre-Press team is to translate card designs to accurate, error-free, and quality-checked forms that are ready for offset press and/or digital press. Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Prepress Imposition Operator to support file imposition and proofing processes in line with our Pre-Press team's commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and managing digital files for print production using Computer-to-Plate (CTP) technology. This role requires a strong understanding of imposition techniques and an eye for quality control.

Requirements

• Proven experience (2+ years) as a Prepress Imposition Operator or in a similar production role
• Demonstrated proficiency operating and managing projects imposition software (Metrix Software experience is a plus)
• Strong understanding of print production processes, color management, printing materials, substrates, and pre-press techniques
• Familiarity with different printing technologies (digital, offset, etc.) and associated equipment
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, especially in addressing technical challenges/errors and optimizing workflows
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and flex across multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities

Responsibilities

• Create impositions for offset and digital print output
• Collaborate closely with the production team to understand schedules and follow print job priorities based on timelines and capacity
• Use software to analyze incoming jobs, ensuring files are prepared, arranged, adjusted, and ensuring that settings align with each job's specs for optimal delivery
• Use specialized prepress software to manipulate digital files, set up bleeds, trims, margins, define page layouts, color separations and trapping for specific printing methods
• Conduct quality checks on layout proofs, comparing to approved files and addressing deviations
• Strong collaboration skills to work with other prepress departments in a fast-paced environment
• Drive to continue learning and stay current on industry trends, software updates, and emerging technologies related to print production and workflow systems

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places