What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Prepress Technician / 2D Designer position at Elevation3D?
Description
We are looking for a detail-driven Graphic Prepress Technician / 2D Designer to support our production team in preparing large-format and trade-show graphics for print. This role ensures that all files are accurate, properly formatted, and ready for fabrication—helping us deliver high-quality, on-time graphics for exhibits, environments, and events. This role also has occasional graphic design needs – experience in corporate branding and trade show graphic design is a large plus.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
We are looking for a detail-driven Graphic Prepress Technician / 2D Designer to support our production team in preparing large-format and trade-show graphics for print. This role ensures that all files are accurate, properly formatted, and ready for fabrication—helping us deliver high-quality, on-time graphics for exhibits, environments, and events. This role also has occasional graphic design needs – experience in corporate branding and trade show graphic design is a large plus.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Preflight and prepare customer-supplied artwork for large-format printing, ensuring correct sizing, resolution, bleeds, color profiles, and file setup.
- Review and correct artwork errors, including missing fonts, low-resolution imagery, color inconsistencies, and formatting issues.
- Create print-ready layouts for a wide range of trade show assets: booth graphics, signs, structures, panels, hanging banners, SEG, vinyl, fabric, etc.
- Design & Prepare 2D Graphics for large-format printing when needed.
- Work closely with project managers and production teams to confirm specs, templates, hardware requirements, and deadlines.
- Perform color management tasks, including converting files to appropriate profiles and checking color accuracy.
- Package and archive print files following internal naming conventions and organizational standards.
- Communicate with clients or internal teams when artwork clarification or additional assets are needed.
- Maintain quality standards by catching potential production problems early and offering solutions.
- Set up die lines, cut paths, and finish marks for CNC, router, or laser-cut components when needed.
- Occasional graphic production such as cutting vinyl, applying prints, and laminating as needed. Some experience is required.
- 2–4 years of prepress, preflight, or large-format production experience (trade show or signage industry strongly preferred).
- 2-4 years of graphic design experience (agency or in-house) is a plus.
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Strong understanding of color management, CMYK/PMS, raster vs. vector, and large-format print requirements.
- Familiarity with RIP software (VersaWorks, Onyx, Fiery, etc.) a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, templates, and hardware specifications.
- Extremely detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comfortable communicating with internal teams and occasionally clients.
- Experience preparing graphics for fabric structures, SEG frames, vinyl wraps, rigid substrates, dimensional signage, or booth systems (e.g., beMatrix, Octanorm, Aluvision).
- Basic Understanding of CNC routing, laser cutting, and finishing processes.
- Basic photo retouching and color correction skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Problem-solver with a “catch it before it hits production” mindset.
- Team player who collaborates well across departments. We touch every job.
- Strong sense of ownership and pride in delivering flawless graphic files.