Creative Design Specialist - Prepress

at  The Printing House

CREATIVE DESIGN SPECIALIST-PREPRESS

TPH operates 65 production centres across Canada to serve our customers where and when they need it. Locally produced, in the exact quantity that our customers require, and delivered when and where they need it. TPH has been named North America’s most forest-friendly printer and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.
We are currently looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Creative Design Specialist who will be responsible for pre-press production including print readiness of supplied files, creation of specialty ink layers, specialty after press embellishment layers, readiness for DTG apparel printing and more.
The work that the Creative Design Specialist does, is important, as this is where the print files are confirmed ready to print, special layers are added for custom inks, custom finishing, custom apparel printing and other finishing touches and embellishments happen. You will be adding value to every project by ensuring that the final product meets the specifications requested by the customer, and the quality that TPH is known for.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.
Compensation range: $19-$22 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week.

• Pre-flighting Customer files against work order specifications
• Preparing digital, offset, large format and 4-colour files for output.
• Ensuring that custom apparel graphics are setup for compatibility with our technology.
• Operating DTG-Custom Apparel printers, and finishing equipment
• Working with various programs: Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Pit Stop, MS Office
• Working with and manipulating printable PDF’s
• Consulting with Customers on design, layout and making revisions as required.
• Maintaining accuracy & detail in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Good understanding of the Pantone Colour System, CMYK & RGB colour spaces
  The ideal candidate enjoys a role with variety and collaboration with other team members and is looking for career advancement opportunities. You enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment.
  Thank you for your interest in the Creative Design Specialist role, and the effort you made in applying. Please be advised that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
  Schedule: Monday to Friday, subject to change based on the needs of the business.
  Work Location: In Person, Toronto, ON