Washington, DC, 20080, USA
4 days ago
Graphics Specialist
ABC Imaging is a global Printing and Media company, providing One Stop Visual Solutions to the Fortune 500 Companies worldwide. Locations in USA, London, Dubai and Shanghai. One Stop Solution. POSITION SUMMARY: ABC Imaging has an immediate opening for a Graphics Specialist with 3-5 years of printing/graphics experience. You will be working directly with a team that supports our high-end retail clients. This is a great opportunity to learn, develop and expand skills in the industry. Responsibilities: + Accept incoming jobs that require art production, digital manipulation, or output. + Preflight all incoming digital files to ensure the most accurate reproduction based on customer expectations. + Provides constant analysis and improvement of current preflight and prepress standards against evolving industry standards. + Maintain proper calibration of digital equipment to industry standards utilizing modern RIP and color calibration equipment. + Coordinate with other managers concerning schedules and deadlines, ensuring a smooth workflow. + Proof all jobs for accuracy, content, color, size, and production requirements. + Aids the graphics and digital production teams as needed. + Other duties as assigned. Qualifications + 3 – 5 years of printing/graphics experience + Experienced in current design and page layout software. + File prep and "fixing" for print-ready status - pre-flighting, layering, knockout, trapping, and overprints. + Ability to handle complex large format projects, like bus tiling and vehicle wraps, often with variable graphics, bus configurations, and delivery points. A high-level organization must be utilized. + Experience with Color Management rules and methodologies adhering to industry color standards. + Knowledge of ICC profiling, press profiling, and color gamut limitations are a bonus – this can be trained to new staff. + Exceptional Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, and Photoshop + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and head multiple projects without losing focus. + Strong attention to detail + Stellar communication skills both verbally and in writing + Willingness to learn new skills and train others on these skills as they are incorporated into the digital workflow. + Self-driven growth activity in the modern design and print market via forums, magazines, or memberships in order to grow with developing technologies and strategies.
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