Graphic Design & Workflow Technician

Company Description Allegra Marketing – Des Moines, IA is a local provider of integrated marketing, print, and digital communication solutions focused on putting clients first. The team helps organizations grow by reaching key audiences through the right mix of channels, including print, mail, design, web, and signage. Clients benefit from the expertise of award-winning marketing professionals and the shared knowledge of nearly 300 sister companies. Allegra delivers versatile, end-to-end solutions with a single point of contact, supporting thousands of successful marketing outcomes for organizations of all sizes.

Role Description The Graphic Design & Workflow Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Urbandale, IA. This position is responsible for preparing and optimizing customer files for print production, including preflight checks, color management, imposition, and proofing to ensure accuracy and quality. The specialist will configure and maintain prepress workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and collaborate with designers, account managers, and press operators to streamline job setup from intake to final output. Day-to-day duties include troubleshooting file issues, applying print and packaging design standards, maintaining prepress software and RIP systems, and ensuring that all jobs meet production timelines and quality expectations. The role requires strong attention to detail, consistent documentation of processes, and proactive communication across the production team.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Pre-press and Preflight skills, including file preparation, imposition, and quality control for various print processes.
• Candidates should possess Printing and Print Design skills, with a solid understanding of offset, digital, and large-format print workflows and color management.
• Candidates should possess Packaging Design skills, including setting up dielines, working with structural packaging files, and preparing artwork for production.
• Candidates should possess workflow automation skills, including configuring and maintaining prepress automation tools, RIPs, and PDF workflows (e.g., Fiery, Prinergy, or similar systems).
• Relevant qualifications include proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), strong file management and organizational skills, and the ability to interpret and apply print specifications.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include experience in a commercial print or marketing environment, familiarity with variable data printing, and knowledge of color profiles and calibration.
• Effective communication skills, ability to work collaboratively on-site, and a high level of accuracy and consistency in a deadline-driven setting.
• Post-secondary education or training in graphic communications, printing technology, or a related field is preferred but not required; equivalent experience will be considered.