Prepress Production Specialist

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Company Overview :

Alphagraphics - Tempe is a fast-paced, full-service print and marketing communications company helping businesses grow through high-quality print, signage, and branded apparel. Our success is built on creative problem-solving, precision execution, and delivering excellence in every detail.

Job Overview :

We’re hiring a Prepress Production Specialist to support our Creative Services team. This role is responsible for preparing digital artwork for production across multiple formats : digital print, offset, large format signage, and decorated apparel (screen printing, embroidery, and direct-to-film). You’ll ensure every file is press-ready, accurate, and optimized for smooth production.

Responsibilities :

• Preflight, correct, and prepare customer and in-house artwork for print production
• Output files to digital, offset, large format, and apparel workflows
• Ensure files meet color, resolution, and layout requirements for each output type
• Collaborate with designers, production staff, and sales to meet specs and deadlines
• Organize and manage files, templates, and job documentation
• Troubleshoot file issues to avoid production delays or rework

Qualifications :

• 2+ years of prepress or print production experience
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Working knowledge of digital print, large format, and apparel production processes
• Strong understanding of CMYK, spot color, vector / raster formats, and print specs
• Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient under tight deadlines
• Bonus : Experience with RIP software (Fiery, Onyx), embroidery digitizing, or screen print separations

What We Offer :

• Pay range : $21.00 – $23.00 / hour depending on experience
• Full-time, consistent schedule (Monday–Friday)
• Health insurance and paid time off
• Growth opportunities in a fast-growing print and marketing company
• Creative, supportive, and team-oriented environment

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a detail-driven problem solver who thrives in a high-output, high-quality environment, we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now to start your application.

About AlphaGraphics on University

We're a "Can Do!" kind of organization. We go the extra mile for our clients. We do what it takes to meet their needs when promised, as promised! Simply put, we are here to make our clients look great on paper, online, or in what they wear.

AlphaGraphics, Inc - Established in 1970 in Tucson, Arizona, AlphaGraphics is a Franchise Network of over 250 locations worldwide. AlphaGraphics on University in Tempe has been owned and operated by Mike Sparaco and Darin Osborne since 1988. We are one of the largest AlphaGraphics locations in the US, ranked # 32 out of all Quick Printers in the US, and we continue to invest in our business with the right people and equipment to keep us ahead of the curve.

In 2017, Alphagraphics on University acquired the apparel print company Brand X. Together with Brand X, Alphagraphics on University is a full-service, solutions-based print company specializing in Print, Signs, Apparel, and so much more.

Successful applicants must align with our Core Values :

• Do the Right thing…. committed, accountable, ethical, own your shit
• Strive for perfection….. detailed, focused, efficient and on-time
• Be resourceful…… problem solver, self-starter, flexible thinker
• Share & Care….. teach, team, get the big picture
• Healthy Sense of Urgency….”I’m done, what’s next” attitude
• AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.