Prepress Operator

Prepress Operator (Digital Imaging & Production Specialist)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Prepress Operator to manage high-volume InDesign mechanicals, image correction, and print-ready file production . The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, color consistency, and production readiness across all files in a fast-paced print production environment.

This role is ideal for professionals experienced in prepress workflows, digital imaging, and Photoshop retouching , with the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage high volumes of Adobe InDesign mechanical files , ensuring accuracy and production readiness

• Update layouts with color-corrected and retouched images for print production

• Prepare and export print-ready PDFs for approval and final output

• Perform advanced image editing, color correction, and retouching in Adobe Photoshop

• Ensure proper use of file formats, resolution standards, and color profiles across all output types

• Maintain consistency across large batches of images and production files

• Collaborate with prepress, production, and creative teams to meet tight deadlines

• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy before final print output

• Track file status including incoming, in-progress, and approved-for-print jobs

• Support understanding of printing, finishing, lamination, and cutting workflows (preferred)

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (required)

• Strong working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat for prepress workflows

• Strong understanding of color correction, retouching, color spaces, and print production standards

• Knowledge of file formats, resolution requirements, and print-ready file preparation

• Ability to manage high-volume workloads under tight deadlines with accuracy under pressure

• Strong attention to detail with ability to self-QC all work before submission

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Ability to collaborate across production and creative teams

• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment

• Flexibility to adapt to changing project priorities and production schedules

Preferred Knowledge

• Understanding of print production workflows including printers, lamination, and finishing/cutting processes

• Familiarity with large-format printing and production handoff procedures