Position Summary

The Graphic Pre-press is responsible for preparing, processing and converting customer artwork, images, text and design files into print-ready formats for commercial printing, packaging, labels and other visual media applications. The role ensures all pre-press activities meet customer specifications, production requirements and quality standards before printing commences.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Artwork and File Preparation

· Review customer artwork and design files for printability and technical compliance.

· Prepare, manipulate and format text, graphics and images for printing and digital output.

· Generate layouts, page impositions and print-ready files using specialised pre-press software.

· Perform pre-flight checks to identify and correct file errors before production.

· Ensure artwork complies with customer specifications, dimensions and production requirements.

Image Processing and Colour Management

· Scan, edit, retouch and optimise digital images.

· Perform colour correction, colour separation and colour matching processes.

· Apply colour management systems and profiles to achieve accurate print reproduction.

· Evaluate colour consistency and quality throughout the pre-press process.

Proofing and Quality Control

· Produce digital and hard-copy proofs for customer approval.

· Review proofs against artwork specifications and printing requirements.

· Identify and rectify errors relating to colour, positioning, text, image quality and layout.

· Maintain quality assurance standards and compliance with company procedures.

Plate and Output Preparation

· Operate computer-to-plate (CTP) and other plate-making systems.

· Prepare printing plates, films and digital output devices for production.





· Ensure output files are compatible with printing equipment and workflows.

· Monitor and maintain pre-press production systems and equipment.

Production Support

· Liaise with customers, designers, printers and production staff regarding artwork requirements.

· Provide technical advice on print limitations, artwork preparation and production specifications.

· Assist in troubleshooting pre-press and printing issues.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives within the printing production workflow.

Key Accountabilities

· Accurate preparation of artwork and print-ready files.

· Compliance with production schedules and customer deadlines.

· Maintenance of colour accuracy and print quality standards.

· Reduction of printing errors and production waste.

· Productive operation of pre-press systems and software.

· Compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.

· Effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders.

Typical Skills and Knowledge

· Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

· PDF workflow management.

· Pre-flight and imposition software.

· Colour management systems and ICC profiles.

· Computer-to-Plate (CTP) technology.

· Print production processes including offset, flexographic and digital printing.

· Quality assurance and proofing procedures.

Qualification Level

ANZSCO Skill Level 3

· Typically requires:

· AQF Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Pre-press) with relevant on-the-job training; or

· AQF Certificate IV qualification; or

· At least three years of relevant industry experience may substitute for formal qualifications in some circumstances.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Experience:

- fitter: 3 years (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Australian driver's licence (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Flexo Graphic Pre-Press (Bankstown)
🏢 Viscofan Globus
📍 Bankstown