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FASTSIGNS® · 4 months ago

Future Opening: Prepress Graphic Designer

Waukegan, IL 60085

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $25/hr

1+ years exp

FASTSIGNS of Gurnee is a leader in custom signage and visual communication solutions, providing high-quality designs and printed products to businesses of all sizes. They are looking for a Prepress Graphic Designer to blend creative design with technical production to ensure artwork is accurate and ready for print, particularly in a large-format environment.

Printing

Responsibilities

Prepare customer files and original artwork for print production, ensuring they meet all prepress requirements: correct bleeds, color modes, resolution, crop marks, and output settings

Set up and manage files for output through ONYX RIP software, ensuring accurate color management and production specs

Modify and finalize customer-supplied files to meet technical specifications for digital and large-format printing

Create full-color designs for signage, banners, decals, and other visual communications

Proof and review designs for accuracy, consistency, and production readiness

Maintain an organized library of customer assets and artwork for future use

Conduct quality control checks to ensure all output meets company standards and client expectations

Work closely with sales, production, and installation teams to ensure a seamless workflow from concept to final delivery

Consult with clients as needed to ensure their design goals are achieved and their files are suitable for production

Recommend design or material adjustments when necessary for improved output quality or efficiency

Qualification

Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopPrepressPrint setupONYX RIP softwareSign shop familiarityAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

1–2 years of experience in graphic design, prepress, or signage production

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is required

Strong understanding of prepress and print file setup - especially for large-format or wide-format printing

Experience using ONYX RIP software (or willingness to learn quickly)

Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment

Preferred

Familiarity with sign shop equipment and materials is highly desirable

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Company

FASTSIGNS®

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FASTSIGNS® is a signage, graphics and visual communications partner that provides comprehensive solutions to help customers of all sizes--across all industries--meet their business objectives and increase their business visibility through the use of signs, graphics, printing, promotional products and related marketing services.

Founded in 1985

Carrollton, Texas, USA

51-200 employees