Digital Production Artist

Job Description We are seeking a skilled Production Artist to join our digital print production team. In this role, you will prepare, optimize, and finalize artwork specifically for digital printing workflows. You’ll ensure files are production-ready for high-speed digital presses, large-format equipment, and multi-substrate output while maintaining color accuracy, brand consistency, and tight turnaround times.
Key Responsibilities Prepare and preflight customer and internal files for digital print production (business cards, marketing collateral, packaging prototypes, banners, signage, direct mail, etc.)
Optimize files for digital presses (CMYK/RGB conversion, color management, resolution, transparency flattening, font embedding, bleed/margin setup)
Perform color correction, image retouching, and layout adjustments to meet digital print standards
Create and manage print-ready PDFs and imposed files
Resize, version, and adapt artwork across multiple sizes, substrates, and finishing options
Collaborate with press operators, finishers, and account managers to resolve file issues quickly
Maintain accurate job tickets, file organization, and version control
Troubleshoot common digital print problems (banding, color shifts, registration, substrate-specific issues)
Support rush jobs and maintain high quality under deadline pressure
Qualifications experience as a Prepress Technician, or Digital Print File Prep specialist
experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
knowledge of digital printing processes, color management (ICC profiles, soft proofing), and prepress best practices
Experience preparing files for digital presses
Excellent attention to detail and ability to catch technical errors before they reach the press
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment with shifting priorities
Company Description Since 1983, Beaed has been a leader in manufacturing and supplying industrial identification products. With offices in Alvin, TX, Beaumont, TX, Corpus Christi, TX, and Harvey, LA, Beaed services all major industrial areas, and is committed to providing quality products and services to make your work place safe. We specialize in custom art design, screen printing, digital printing, offset printing, custom vinyl layout, embossing, and custom engraving. We also provide bilingual signage.

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