DIY Media Group is looking for a part-time Prepress Specialist to work with our Disc Makers brand. In this remote position, you'll prepare customer supplied digital files for CD/DVD packaging and on-disc silkscreen and offset printing. The Prepress Specialist uses print production graphics applications such as Enfocus Pitstop, Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, and InDesign to edit, proof, and complete quality checks, ensuring artwork fits the template for printing. The ideal candidate must have an eye for detail to guarantee high quality work. They will also be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to juggle multiple tasks.
DIY Media Group helps musicians, authors, and filmmakers make their dreams come true! As the parent company to industry-leading brands Disc Makers and BookBaby, we manufacture high quality CDs, DVDs, books, and provide other services independent artists need! At DIY, we look for people who will make a difference and have a positive impact as part of our team.
Schedule:
This is a part-time position with a schedule Monday-Friday, between 9AM-5PM, up to 28 hours per week.
Responsibilities/Tasks:
- Review and correct files to meet industry and Disc Makers specs for printing
- Fix bleed, fold, and safety issues
- Prepare files for silk screen separations
- Work closely with account managers to communicate print or packaging issues to client
- Expectation of roughly 30 orders a day; the size and complexity of jobs vary, but most jobs include a disc and printed package
Special Skills Required:
- Computer literacy and knowledge of Print Production Graphics applications, primarily Enfocus Pitstop, Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to juggle multiple tasks
- Basic understanding of principles of digital and silkscreen printing
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma; some college preferred or equivalent technical training
Experience Preferences:
Experience with Enfocus Pitstop and Adobe applications preferred (Pitstop training can also be provided). Experience in a prepress environment is a huge plus!
Physical Demands:
- Ability to work at a computer, either sitting or standing, for up to 100% of the shift
- Ability to enter data via a keyboard and use a mouse for fine manipulation
- Ability to see defects—eyesight naked, corrected, or assisted
- Ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person