Prepress Technician

Lamar Advertising•Baton Rouge, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Lamar Advertising is seeking a Prepress Technician for its Graphics location in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The role processes digital art files into formats suitable for physical output by print equipment, CNC routers, or channel-forming machines for outdoor advertising embellishments. The technician also answers technical questions about art-file creation and correction and production. The position builds templates and spec sheets in Adobe Illustrator, processes art files, creates print files and production proofs, and resolves art and template issues with Account Services Coordinators and internal customers. It requires careful review of exported or converted artwork to prevent production errors, as well as creating precise vector tool paths for billboard extension kits, pop-outs, and backlit products. Vector paths made with the pen tool in Photoshop or Illustrator can be used by ArtCam to produce precision cutting or bending paths for CNC and channel-forming machinery. The primary work environment is an office. The role has a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule and involves light lifting, reading, sitting more than half the time, talking, and walking. Overnight travel away from home is less than 10%.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to use basic algebra and geometry to measure and divide artwork into pieces suitable for production.
Ability to retouch photos when needed to make client-provided art production-ready, when changes are not significant enough to reject the supplied art.
Ability to perform basic math using imperial measurements such as inches, feet, and yards.
A critical eye for detail to identify changes that may occur during art exporting or conversion.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
Critical eye for color and depth perception.
Ability to think critically and solve problems within logical, well-organized procedures and workflows.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree, three years of college progress, or technical-school education, particularly in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Digital Photography, or a similar field.
One to two years of experience in Graphic Design or drafting.
Print or sign-shop experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Build templates and spec sheets using Adobe Illustrator.
Process art files, produce print files, and post-production proofs.
Discuss and resolve art and template issues with Account Services Coordinators and internal customers.
Catch mistakes during art exporting or conversion to prevent misprinted art.
Create precise vector tool paths for billboard extension kits, pop-outs, and backlit products.
Use vector paths created with Photoshop or Illustrator tools for precision cutting or bending paths used by CNC and channel-forming machinery.
Answer technical questions relating to art-file creation, correction, and production.

Benefits

120 hours of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure.
12 paid company holidays, including Presidents' Day and Juneteenth.
Comprehensive training program.
Career advancement opportunities.
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs.
Multiple medical plan options and a health savings account.
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
401(k) plan with company match.
Up to $1,200 in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for participating in the wellness program.
A people-first culture focused on connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback.