Job Description
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY/OBEJECTIVE: As the Prepress Department Lead, you will oversee all prepress activities to ensure the accurate preparation of digital files for printing. Your role is essential in maintaining high-quality standards, optimizing workflows, and facilitating efficient production processes. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and leadership abilities to manage a team of prepress professionals effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Lead the prepress team in preparing digital files for printing, including checking file formats, resolution, color profiles, and fonts.
· Review customer-provided artwork and make necessary adjustments to meet printing requirements and quality standards.
· Manage color calibration and profiling processes to ensure accurate color reproduction across different printing devices and substrates.
· Work closely with production coordinators and operators to address any prepress-related issues and prevent production delays or errors.
· Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to support the professional growth and development of team members.
· Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and advancements in prepress workflows to continuously improve departmental practices.
· Collaborate with sales representatives and customer service teams to understand customer requirements and expectations.
· Any other related task and/or responsibility assigned by supervisor.
COMPETENCES
· Positive and approachable attitude.
· Transparent and trustworthy.
· Adaptability and versatility.
· Self-accountable.
· Manages time effectively.
· Customer/quality focus (everyone employee is our internal customer).
· Team focused.
· Leads by example and is purpose driven.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory duties.
POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
This position might require long hours and occasional weekend work to follow up with specific projects assigned