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Role Overview

This role combines graphic design, print setup, and physical card production. The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between a computer workstation and the print floor, understands premium print standards, and can independently produce finished, pack-ready trading cards.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Pre-Press

• Prepare print-ready trading card files using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Set up files with proper bleed, trim, crop marks, layering, and white plating
• Manage multi-layer card designs (base stock, foil layers, overlays, relic windows)
• Color correction and proofing for accurate print reproduction
• Create and manage variable data files for numbering, parallels, and limited runs

Printing & Press Operation

• Operate and maintain digital and/or offset printing machines
• Print front and back card sheets with precise alignment and registration
• Monitor ink density, color consistency, and print quality
• Handle short-run and specialty print jobs for limited editions
• Troubleshoot print issues such as banding, color shift, or registration errors

Foil & Specialty Finishes

• Apply multiple foil papers (silver, gold, holographic, prism, specialty foils)
• Align foil layers accurately to printed designs
• Manage foil lamination, stamping, or overlay processes
• Create and test specialty finishes for premium and chase cards

Relic Card Production

• Cut and prepare relic materials (fabric, memorabilia, paper artifacts, etc.)
• Mount relics securely between card layers
• Build windowed relic cards with precise die-cuts and alignment
• Ensure relic cards meet durability and presentation standards

Mounting & Assembly

• Mount paper layers together using professional adhesives or lamination techniques
• Align front/back layers for proper centering and thickness
• Press and cure cards to prevent warping or bubbling
• Maintain consistent card thickness across production runs

Cutting & Finishing

• Cut printed sheets down to standard trading card size (2.5" x 3.5")
• Operate precision cutting equipment safely and accurately
• Round corners and finish edges cleanly
• Sort, inspect, and collate cards post-cut

Quality Control

• Inspect all cards for print defects, alignment issues, or finish flaws
• Verify numbering accuracy and checklist completeness
• Maintain consistent quality standards across base and premium cards
• Reject and rework flawed product when necessary

Production Workflow & Organization

• Manage production schedules and deadlines
• Track materials, stock, and consumables
• Keep print shop clean, organized, and efficient
• Document production processes and improvements

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in print production, preferably trading cards or collectibles
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Hands-on experience operating printing and finishing equipment
• Familiarity with foil applications, lamination, and specialty finishes
• Experience producing relic or multi-layer collectible products
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple production tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with trading cards, sports cards, or collectible manufacturing
• Knowledge of card stock types, adhesives, foils, and coatings
• Understanding of limited-run and premium collectible workflows
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting print equipment

About Super Products Inc.

Super Products Inc. is a premium trading card manufacturer specializing in high-quality collectible products across sports, entertainment, pop culture, and history. We produce the Keepsake and Pieces of the Past brands, known for premium finishes, relic cards, foil treatments, and limited-edition collectibles.

We are seeking a hands-on Trading Card Print & Production Specialist who understands both design preparation and physical print execution and can manage the end-to-end production of professional trading cards.

Company Websites: www.keepsaketradingcards.com, www.trucreator.net, www.superbreaksports.com
Company Socials: https://www.instagram.com/keepsaketradingcards , https://www.instagram.com/trucreator

Super Products Inc. is a premier creator and manufacturer of luxury trading-card experiences, dedicated to celebrating music and entertainment fandom in every collectible. Since our founding, we’ve partnered with world-class licensors—from iconic music estates to blockbuster film franchises—to produce specialty series that blend exquisite design with authentic storytelling.

Our “Keepsake Edition” stands at the heart of our portfolio, pairing genuine relics and facsimile autographs with velvet-lined packaging, holographic seals, and hand-numbered collector’s checklists to deliver an unforgettable unboxing experience. Beyond Keepsake, our “Pieces of the Past” line transports enthusiasts to pivotal historical moments with archival-grade cards and rich back-of-card narratives, while additional series explore gaming, sports, and niche entertainment themes.

At Super Products Inc., craftsmanship and creativity drive everything we do—if you’re passionate about designing high-end collectibles and bringing fans closer to their favorite heroes, you’ll thrive here.