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FastSigns

Prepress Graphic Designer

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

This role blends creative design with technical production and prepress skills to ensure artwork is accurate, clean, and ready for print - particularly in a large-format environment. What You'll Do:

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Graphic Design/Prepress

Purcellville, VA

ON SITE -- Graphic Design / Pre-press Technician This person is responsible for preparing print-ready files, producing finished output on digital presses and high-volume copiers, and providing ...

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Graphic Design/Prepress

Purcellville, VA · On-site

ON SITE - Graphic Design / Pre-press Technician This person is responsible for preparing print-ready files, producing finished output on digital presses and high-volume copiers, and providing ...

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Graphic Design/Prepress

Purcellville, VA · On-site

ON SITE -- Graphic Design / Pre-press Technician This person is responsible for preparing print-ready files, producing finished output on digital presses and high-volume copiers, and providing ...

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General Manager, Site Operations

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

Coordinating priorities across project management, design, prepress, print production, warehouse/shipping, and delivery* Driving execution discipline, milestone accountability, and timely escalation ...

Lahlouh

Prepress Operator

Blue Ash, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

Prepress Operator Reports to: Prepress Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Prepress ... Knowledge of design, color theory and typography a plus * Printing and binding experience a plus ...

Minuteman Marketing

Prepress Lead

Chantilly, VA · On-site

High level working experience with Adobe graphic design software a must. Expertise with InDesign strongly preferred. To be clear this is a Prepress Lead position not Graphic Design. Creating files ...

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How much do design prepress jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for design prepress in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Prepress vs Graphic Designer?

AspectDesign PrepressGraphic Designer
CredentialsOften requires print production knowledge, certifications in prepress or printingTypically holds a degree in graphic design or related field
Work EnvironmentPrint shops, publishing houses, advertising agenciesDesign studios, marketing departments, advertising agencies
Industry UsagePrimarily in printing and publishing industriesBroader across advertising, branding, digital media
Job FocusPreparing files for printing, color correction, proofingCreating visual concepts, layouts, branding

While both roles involve visual design, Design Prepress focuses on preparing files for print production, ensuring color accuracy and print readiness. Graphic Designers create visual content and concepts for various media. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Design Prepress job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,664 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Graphic Design/Prepress Technician

PeopleShare

Norfolk, VA

$22 - $26/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

NOW HIRING: Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician

Pay: $22.00–$26.00 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: Norfolk, VA

Bring Designs to Life from Concept to Print
We are seeking a detail-oriented Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician to join a fast-paced print production environment. This role combines graphic design, file preparation, and prepress responsibilities to ensure customer projects are production-ready and meet the highest quality standards. You'll work on a variety of materials including brochures, catalogs, signs, marketing pieces, mail campaigns, and other printed products.

Key Responsibilities
• Review customer-supplied artwork, layouts, and files to ensure print readiness
• Create and modify designs using Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat
• Identify and resolve issues related to fonts, images, colors, bleeds, margins, and page layouts
• Communicate with customers, project managers, and production teams to resolve artwork and file concerns
• Prepare press-ready files through imposition, crop marks, and proper file formatting
• Perform basic troubleshooting and quality checks to ensure accurate output
• Manage and organize electronic files for efficient production workflows
• Assist with graphic design projects and layout creation as requested
• Maintain accuracy while working in a deadline-driven production environment
Qualifications
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat)
• Previous experience in graphic design, prepress, print production, sign production, or a related field
• Understanding of print-ready file preparation and production workflows
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and color accuracy
• Ability to multitask and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working in both Windows and Mac environments
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing to a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field
• Experience in a print shop, sign shop, mailing environment, or digital print production
• Working knowledge of Fiery Command Workstation
• Experience with wide-format, digital printing, or PDF/X workflows
• Portfolio of relevant design work (freelance experience accepted)
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is creative, technically skilled, and highly organized. You enjoy solving problems, collaborating with others, and taking pride in producing high-quality work that makes it from the screen to the finished product.
If you're looking for an opportunity to combine graphic design with hands-on print production in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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Whether you’re a job seeker or a hiring manager, we have the experience, expertise and resources to provide hiring solutions that work for you. We specialize in temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing roles in the clerical, financial and light industrial sectors. PeopleShare connects employers and temporary employees who hit the ground running on day one.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Collegeville, PA, US

Year founded

2005

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