About this role
Prepress Specialist (Print Production & Color Management) – New Jersey
Job Description
ABC Imaging is seeking an experienced Prepress Specialist (3–5 years of printing and graphics experience) to join our team in New Jersey . This role focuses on technical prepress production, file preparation, and print workflow execution , with an emphasis on file mechanics, accuracy, and production readiness rather than creative design .
You will work closely with a production team supporting high-end retail clients and complex large-format printing projects . This is an excellent opportunity to develop advanced skills in print production, prepress workflows, and color-managed environments within a fast-paced industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive and process incoming jobs requiring art production, digital manipulation, and print output preparation
- Perform preflight checks and file validation to ensure accurate reproduction and print readiness
- Review and improve prepress and workflow standards in alignment with evolving industry practices
- Maintain and calibrate digital printing equipment using RIP software and color calibration tools
- Coordinate with production managers to ensure efficient scheduling and on-time project delivery
- Proof all files for accuracy in color, size, content, and production specifications
- Support graphics and production teams with complex or high-volume projects
- Ensure consistent adherence to quality control and production standards
- Assist in improving workflow efficiency and prepress processes
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in printing, graphics, or prepress production (required)
- Strong background in color printing, UV printing, dye sublimation, and large/small format production
- Proficiency with Caldera workflow software (required)
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW
- Strong experience in file preparation and correction , including preflighting, layering, trapping, knockouts, and overprints
- Experience with large-format production projects , including vehicle wraps and bus graphics with variable layouts
- Strong understanding of print production workflows and file management systems
- Knowledge of color management principles, ICC profiling, and press calibration (preferred but not required)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment
- Self-driven with a willingness to learn new technologies and improve workflow processes