PrePress, Data and Variable Digital Prep Intern

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovative teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let’s Imagine a better way together. 

Position Summary: Work with PrePress, Data and Variable Digital Prep Specialist to develop static and variable print projects. Shift Hours: 8:00AM-4:30PM   Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

•  Communicate effectively with Sales and Account Management team members. 
•  Prepare customer’s files for: size, image resolution, bleeds, overprints, font issues, and color breaks  
•  Maintain quality control during all prepress processes, reading and understanding work instructions, proper documentation, and procedures Verify provided artwork will reproduce to customer expectations. 
•  Maintain a workflow schedule and communicate status regularly to internal customers. 
•  Process and build files for production. 
•  Determine and create page layouts, while accounting for folds, trims, and die cuts as necessary.  
•  Work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac OS  
•  Perform quality checks on finished hard and PDF proofs before releasing to manufacturing. 
• Process incoming customer data for production of variable print projects.
• Standardize incoming address data to meet USPS regulations and production needs.
• Analyze data to determine relations and trends to make decisions on production needs.
• Develop variable print templates merging customer artwork with data files
• Resolve incoming artwork and data file issues using defined preflight process
• Address project design needs for optimized printing on planned output devices
• Confirm that design meets current USPS regulations when applicable
• Prepare artwork and data for incorporation with variable template
• Develop imposition strategy based off production plan
• Compose PDF audit files to proof artwork, data mapping and programing
• Print and assemble hard copy proofs when applicable
• Incorporate customer requested corrections and changes
• Compose print ready files for planned output devices
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma and currently enrolled in or completed a degree in printing technology, digital media or graphic design.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Basic math skills
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook, Excel and Internet applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Monarch)
• BCC Mail Manager, Quadient Inspire, SQL, Adobe Creative Suite
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• 1+ year experience doing art prep work in print industry

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping.
• Frequent standing for prolonged periods of time
• Frequent walking
• Ability to lift, pull, push up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work

The national pay range for this role is $15.00 to $20.00/hourly. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission, or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts. 

Imagine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and Inclusion are not just a checked box, it is a critical part of our commitment to deliver innovative solutions to our clients and provide a great place to work for our entire Imagine family. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.