Operator, Pre-Press Card Assembly at Fanatics

Coppell, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pre-Press, File Preparation, Quality Checks, Adobe Creative Suite, Print Production, Color Management, Communication, Collaboration, Project Management, Attention to Detail, Workflow Systems, Prinergy, Design Techniques, Training, Creative Goals

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

About the Team Fanatics Collectibles is a new company working at the intersection of collectibles and technology. We are backed by some of the best investors, sports & entertainment properties and operators in the world. Fanatics Collectibles is integrating with Fanatics’ global digital sports platform – which includes 900 sports relationships and more than 81 million reachable fans – to reimagine the collectibles business for the 21st century. Role Summary The mandate of the Pre-Press team is to translate card designs to beautiful, error-free, and quality-checked forms that are ready for press. Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Pre-Press Card Assembly Operator to support the preparation of print-ready files in line with our Pre-Press team’s commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate is technically adept across pre-press and workflow systems, exhibits strong attention to detail, and brings deep experience in card and/or print file production. Candidates with a passion for sports and entertainment will likely find themselves a strong cultural fit. In this role, you will… From established templates, execute pre-press tasks and file preparation to ensure optimal print quality Execute pre-press tasks and file preparation to ensure optimal print quality Prepare print-ready files and conduct thorough quality checks to verify accuracy and consistency in colors, fonts, and images Work closely with creative and production partners to communicate specifications, review proofs, and address any potential issues in the production process Stay up-to-date on industry trends, new printing technologies, and design techniques to continuously improve the quality and efficient production of trading cards Collaborate cross-functionally with design, marketing, and brand/product to ensure smooth workflow and alignment of creative goals Utilize the Prinergy workflow system to process incoming print jobs, ensuring proper file preparation, imposition, and trapping for optimal output Provide guidance and training for junior operators and production staff on pre-press and Prinergy workflows and best practices The ideal candidate: Proven experience (3+ years) as a pre-press / production artist Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software Strong understanding of print production processes, color management, and file formats Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in design across various projects Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers.

Responsibilities

The Pre-Press Card Assembly Operator will execute pre-press tasks and prepare print-ready files to ensure optimal print quality. They will also conduct quality checks and collaborate with creative and production partners to address any potential issues.