Graphic Designer - Print Production

Job Description

Job Description

The Position
The ideal candidate is highly proficient in

Adobe InDesign

and has experience designing and preparing files for commercial printing.
You should be comfortable taking a customer concept, existing artwork, or rough file and turning it into a professional, production-ready piece. You should also have a strong understanding of layouts, typography, color, bleeds, margins, image resolution, file formats, and the practical requirements of print production.
Responsibilities
Design and produce a wide variety of printed materials, including:
Business cards
Brochures
Flyers
Postcards
Booklets
Forms
Catalogs
Manuals
Signs and banners
Direct-mail pieces
Other marketing and promotional materials

Create and modify layouts using

Adobe InDesign
Use Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create and edit graphics, images, and artwork
Review customer-supplied files and make necessary corrections for print
Prepare files accurately for digital and wide-format printing
Check files for bleeds, margins, resolution, color, fonts, image quality, and other potential production issues
Proofread and identify errors before files go into production
Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting customer deadlines
Communicate with customers and team members regarding artwork, revisions, and production requirements
Collaborate with our production team to ensure jobs are produced accurately and efficiently
Maintain organized customer files and follow established file-management procedures
Occasionally assist customers with design-related questions and recommendations
Help troubleshoot design and production issues when they arise
Qualifications
Required:
Strong professional experience with

Adobe InDesign
Experience designing materials specifically for

print production
Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Understanding of print-production requirements, including bleeds, crop marks, resolution, color, typography, and file preparation
Excellent attention to detail
Strong proofreading and quality-control skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Preferred:
Previous experience working in a commercial print shop, print production environment, marketing agency, or similar setting
Experience preparing files for digital presses and wide-format printing
Experience working with variable data, mail pieces, or other production-oriented projects
Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro and PDF prepress
Experience working directly with customers on design projects
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who takes pride in getting the details right.
Our designers aren't simply creating artwork and handing it off. They are an important part of the entire production process. The person in this role needs to understand

how design, prepress, and printing work together

and be able to identify potential problems before they become costly mistakes.
If you are highly proficient in InDesign, enjoy working on a variety of projects, and have a strong understanding of print production, we'd love to hear from you.
\nCompany Description

Minuteman Press Kettering is a locally owned print and marketing company serving businesses, schools, organizations, and individuals throughout the Dayton area. We produce everything from business cards, brochures, booklets, and forms to signage, banners, apparel, and other marketing materials.
We are looking for an experienced Graphic Designer with strong print-production experience to join our team. This is a hands-on position for someone who understands that good design isn't just about how something looks on a screen—it also needs to be properly prepared and produced as a finished printed piece.
Company Description

Minuteman Press Kettering is a locally owned print and marketing company serving businesses, schools, organizations, and individuals throughout the Dayton area. We produce everything from business cards, brochures, booklets, and forms to signage, banners, apparel, and other marketing materials.\nWe are looking for an experienced Graphic Designer with strong print-production experience to join our team. This is a hands-on position for someone who understands that good design isn't just about how something looks on a screen—it also needs to be properly prepared and produced as a finished printed piece.