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Working under the guidance of the Graphics Manager, the graphics designer is responsible for preparing artwork for flexographic, lithographic and digital printing processes.
The graphics designer develops and demonstrates a strong technical expertise in prepress-related software, GMG, Packz, and Adobe Creative Suite software with an emphasis on Adobe Illustrator, as well as knowledge in Mac and Windows operating systems.
The graphics designer works with customers and sales representatives to achieve the clients’ vision requirements while creating production-friendly graphics files.
Responsibilities
Present ideas and designs to sales representatives and customers
Work with 3D software to achieve clients’ packaging goals
Convert artwork to print for flexographic, lithographic and digital presses
Collaborate with in-house structural design and press professionals to produce the desired end product
Produce prototypes and high-quality digital color proofs
Follow press guidelines for proper color separation and trapping requirements
Attend press checks to ensure the quality and color accuracy of printed products
Validate printing plates and label proofs from vendors
Maintain cutting edge technical knowledge
Follow imaging and prepress workflow procedures
Minimum Qualifications
Two years or more experience in a prepress environment
Experience in package design and flexographic printing
Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop expertise
Solution-driven, with the ability to work through problems, follow-up in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously with a positive, respectful and enthusiastic manner
Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work with changing priorities and interruptions
Active team player who can work with minimal supervision
Meet deadlines with accurate and consistent results
Strong organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree or higher
GMG color software experience
Experience with Hybrid software: Packz and IC3D
Familiar with Adobe InDesign and experience in four-color process printing methods
Experience with Mac and Windows computers
Experience in the corrugated packaging industry
Performance Measures
The performance of the employee will be measured as follows:
Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of creativity, quality, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally, the responsibility for moving forward lies with the employee.
Organization Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design
Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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Graphic Designer
role at
Pratt Industries
Direct message the job poster from Pratt Industries
Working under the guidance of the Graphics Manager, the graphics designer is responsible for preparing artwork for flexographic, lithographic and digital printing processes.
The graphics designer develops and demonstrates a strong technical expertise in prepress-related software, GMG, Packz, and Adobe Creative Suite software with an emphasis on Adobe Illustrator, as well as knowledge in Mac and Windows operating systems.
The graphics designer works with customers and sales representatives to achieve the clients’ vision requirements while creating production-friendly graphics files.
Responsibilities
Present ideas and designs to sales representatives and customers
Work with 3D software to achieve clients’ packaging goals
Convert artwork to print for flexographic, lithographic and digital presses
Collaborate with in-house structural design and press professionals to produce the desired end product
Produce prototypes and high-quality digital color proofs
Follow press guidelines for proper color separation and trapping requirements
Attend press checks to ensure the quality and color accuracy of printed products
Validate printing plates and label proofs from vendors
Maintain cutting edge technical knowledge
Follow imaging and prepress workflow procedures
Minimum Qualifications
Two years or more experience in a prepress environment
Experience in package design and flexographic printing
Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop expertise
Solution-driven, with the ability to work through problems, follow-up in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously with a positive, respectful and enthusiastic manner
Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work with changing priorities and interruptions
Active team player who can work with minimal supervision
Meet deadlines with accurate and consistent results
Strong organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree or higher
GMG color software experience
Experience with Hybrid software: Packz and IC3D
Familiar with Adobe InDesign and experience in four-color process printing methods
Experience with Mac and Windows computers
Experience in the corrugated packaging industry
Performance Measures
The performance of the employee will be measured as follows:
Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of creativity, quality, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally, the responsibility for moving forward lies with the employee.
Organization Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design
Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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