What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prepress File Prep Specialist position at AlphaGraphics?
Overview:
AlphaGraphics South Charlotte is looking for a detail-driven individual to join our team as a Prepress File Prep Specialist. While this is not a graphic design or inherently creative role, it is a critical behind-the-scenes position that handles customer files and ensures documents are properly formatted, proofed, and are print-ready to accurately run on our machines. If you love working with digital files, assisting precise workflows, and being part of a team, this job is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
At AlphaGraphics South Charlotte, we help businesses and organizations look their best through high-quality print, signage, and marketing solutions. From custom business cards and brochures to large-format signage and branded displays, our team takes pride in producing exceptional work that helps our clients stand out. We’re a locally owned and operated center backed by a national brand with over 50 years of proven excellence, giving our employees the best of both worlds.
We value professionalism, reliability, and pride in a job well done. Whether you’re on the production floor, working with clients, or managing projects behind the scenes, every role here contributes directly to our customers’ success and the reputation we’ve built for quality and service.
Benefits & Perks
AlphaGraphics South Charlotte is looking for a detail-driven individual to join our team as a Prepress File Prep Specialist. While this is not a graphic design or inherently creative role, it is a critical behind-the-scenes position that handles customer files and ensures documents are properly formatted, proofed, and are print-ready to accurately run on our machines. If you love working with digital files, assisting precise workflows, and being part of a team, this job is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review incoming artwork and verify print readiness (resolution, bleed, color mode, sizing, fonts, etc.)
- Make minor technical adjustments to meet production standards—not creative design changes
- Prepare and organize files for production team
- Communicate with account managers about missing assets or inconsistencies
- Maintain file structure, naming conventions, and data accuracy within our workflow system
- Perform quality control on proofs prior to production
- Strong attention to detail and consistency; thrives on accuracy
- Familiarity and knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite of products particularly InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Photoshop
- Ability to follow established procedures without deviation
- Experience in print production or prepress environment a plus
- Comfortable with repetitive, process-based tasks
At AlphaGraphics South Charlotte, we help businesses and organizations look their best through high-quality print, signage, and marketing solutions. From custom business cards and brochures to large-format signage and branded displays, our team takes pride in producing exceptional work that helps our clients stand out. We’re a locally owned and operated center backed by a national brand with over 50 years of proven excellence, giving our employees the best of both worlds.
We value professionalism, reliability, and pride in a job well done. Whether you’re on the production floor, working with clients, or managing projects behind the scenes, every role here contributes directly to our customers’ success and the reputation we’ve built for quality and service.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within a trusted, expanding print and marketing center
- AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.