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Design Prepress Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

This role focuses on technical prepress production, file preparation, and print workflow execution , with an emphasis on file mechanics, accuracy, and production readiness rather than creative design

This role focuses on technical prepress production, file preparation, and print workflow execution , with an emphasis on file mechanics, accuracy, and production readiness rather than creative design

Pre-Press Assistant II

Henrico, VA · On-site

$50K - $53K/yr

This role involves reviewing, editing, and ensuring the accuracy of design files, performing color ... Prepress Software Operation: Utilizing prepress software such as Adobe. * Creative Cloud ...

Pre-Press Assistant II

Henrico, VA · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

This role involves reviewing, editing, and ensuring the accuracy of design files, performing color ... Prepress Software Operation: Utilizing prepress software such as Adobe. * Creative Cloud ...

Manager Trainee

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

You'll work across print production, prepress design, inside sales, and direct customer communication, gaining hands-on experience in every corner of our operation. This is a production-heavy role ...

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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.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Design Prepress jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Design Prepress job openings:
Infographic showing various Design Prepress job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

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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About PeopleShare

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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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