Graphic Designer/Prepress

Minuteman Press, the world’s largest and top-rated digital print, marketing, and design franchise, is seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer / Prepress and Production Artist to join our team. As a Prepress Designer, you’ll be responsible for creating visually appealing designs for print, managing client artwork, assisting customers with their projects, and preparing files for production. You’ll play a key role in ensuring each job meets both creative and technical standards while maintaining excellent communication with clients and team members. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Create visually appealing graphics for digital and print media, ensuring alignment with client branding and project goals. Provide friendly and professional customer service—assist clients in person, by phone, and via email with design needs, proofs, and order updates. Perform general typesetting and page layout for a wide range of customer projects including stationery, promotional products, annual reports, mailings, and large-format materials. Prepare and preflight digital files: check fonts, links, and colors, create bleeds and crops, impose art, and export print-ready PDFs. Review job specifications from work orders and ensure client files are accurate and the final product exceeds customer expectations. Maintain an organized digital file system using company and franchise standards. Perform data list cleanup and mail prep using AccuZip (training provided) and manage data merges in InDesign or XMPie. Operate wide-format printers and assist with digital print and finishing tasks as needed. Use prepress software such as PitStop Pro and Quite Imposing to preflight artwork and impose jobs efficiently. Collaborate with production staff and management to ensure smooth workflow and on-time delivery. Support day-to-day shop operations and assist customers with quotes, timelines, and project details as needed. Perform ad hoc projects or other duties as assigned by management. Requirements: Proven experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role with a strong portfolio of print and digital work. High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (primarily InDesign, with experience in Photoshop and Illustrator). Associate degree in Graphic Design or related field preferred. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication skills and professional customer service demeanor. Passion for print, design, and production with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to troubleshoot and learn new software and tasks as needed. Professional appearance and strong work ethic. Flexibility for overtime during busy periods. Ability to work independently, efficiently, and accurately. Work Expectations: On-site position (no remote or hybrid work) Business hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional overtime as needed Full-time position Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per year Benefits: Paid time off Application Question(s): In which city or town do you currently reside? How does your professional experience relate to this position and what makes you the best candidate? Work Location: In person