Prepress Department Lead

Job Summary / Objective

As the Prepress Department Lead, you will oversee all prepress activities to ensure the accurate preparation of digital files for printing. Your role is essential in maintaining high-quality standards, optimizing workflows, and facilitating efficient production processes. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and leadership abilities to manage a team of prepress professionals effectively.

• Lead the prepress team in preparing digital files for printing, including checking file formats, resolution, color profiles, and fonts.
• Review customer-provided artwork and make necessary adjustments to meet printing requirements and quality standards.
• Manage color calibration and profiling processes to ensure accurate color reproduction across different printing devices and substrates.
• Work closely with production coordinators and operators to address any prepress-related issues and prevent production delays or errors.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to support the professional growth and development of team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and advancements in prepress workflows to continuously improve departmental practices.
• Collaborate with sales representatives and customer service teams to understand customer requirements and expectations.
• Carry out any other related task and/or responsibility assigned by supervisor.

• Positive and approachable attitude
• Transparent and trustworthy
• Adaptability and versatility
• Self‑accountable
• Manages time effectively
• Customer/quality focus (everyone employee is our internal customer)
• Team focused
• Leads by example and is purpose driven

No direct supervisory duties.

This position might require long hours and occasional weekend work to follow up with specific projects assigned.