Our client, a Manufacturing / Retail company for retail luxury cosmetic brands, is currently seeking a Technical Illustrator/Pre-Press Technician to join their team Fulltime!

This position is onsite 5 days per week in Melville, Long Island. Your hours will be 8:30-5:30PM. Must be able to commute to LI.

Illustrator/Pre-Press Technician Responsibilities:
- Prepress Preparation
- Review and prepare digital files for printing, ensuring they meet all technical specifications
- Adjust colors, fonts, and layout as necessary to ensure optimal print quality
- Perform file conversions and preflight checks to identify and resolve any issues before printing
- Manage and ensure color accuracy across different printing processes, utilizing color matching techniques to achieve consistent results
- Collaborate with graphic designers, printers, and production teams to ensure seamless workflow and accurate output
- Manage file storage and archiving according to company standards
- Technical Illustration:
- Create detailed technical illustrations for assembly instructions, product manuals, and other documentation.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, easy-to-understand visual content
- Work closely with product engineers and designers to ensure illustrations accurately represent the product and its assembly process
- Update and revise technical illustrations as needed, based on product changes or feedback
- Color Matching and Quality Assurance:
- Conduct thorough checks of all prepress files and technical illustrations to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Utilize color matching skills to ensure printed materials align with brand colors and specifications, maintaining consistency across all products
- Ensure that all printed materials and assembly instructions are error-free and meet company quality standards
Provide feedback and recommendations for improvements in both prepress processes and technical illustration practices
- Collaboration and Communication
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and production, to meet project deadlines
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve any issues related to prepress, technical illustrations, or color accuracy
- Participate in project meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and workflows

Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years experience
- Proven experience as a Prepress Technician, Technical Illustrator, or in a similar role
- Proficiency in prepress software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and preflight tools
- Strong technical illustration skills with experience in creating clear, detailed assembly instructions
- Solid understanding of printing processes, color management, and file preparation for various printing methods
- Advanced color matching skills, with experience in achieving and maintaining color consistency across different media
- Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with 3D modeling software is a plus
- Knowledge of display and production is advantageous

Skills Required:
- Adobe creative suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
- 3D software, 3D Studio Max with v-ray a plus
- Experience working in the POP or manufacturing industry preferred

401(k) with 3% match
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Yearly discretionary bonus

Submit resume (and samples if applicable) to: Marisa.Winckowski@jobalert.creativecircle.com

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