Prepress Technician

Mittera Group • Berkeley, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Formulates concepts and executes layout designs for artwork and copy to be presented by visual communications media such as magazines, books, newspapers, pamphlets, brochures, television, posters, and packaging by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Works directly with clients/sales through all design phases from concept development through desktop publishing Lays out and produces all types of printable assignments by desktop publishing with the best creative solution Keys in hard copy and formats and proofs the copy for publication formatting Scans B/W and 4/C photos for high resolution output Makes Iris or Kodak Approval proofs for proofing and press of such photos Works with Mac operators for ripping and trapping All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate’s degree and two to four years related experience and/or training; or any equivalent combination of education and experience
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills
• Must be self-motivated, reliable, and quality, safety oriented
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.
• All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Works directly with clients/sales through all design phases from concept development through desktop publishing
• Lays out and produces all types of printable assignments by desktop publishing with the best creative solution
• Keys in hard copy and formats and proofs the copy for publication formatting
• Scans B/W and 4/C photos for high resolution output
• Makes Iris or Kodak Approval proofs for proofing and press of such photos
• Works with Mac operators for ripping and trapping
• All other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree