Miller Zell

Miller Zell is looking for a Pre-Press Manager with G7 Color experience.

PRE-PRESS:

• Preflight client artwork to determine accuracy, omissions, or additional requirements.
• Takes high-resolution files and creates digital images to the client’s specifications.
• Creates and imposes press forms for hard/soft proofs, print, and finishing procedures.
• Maintains accuracy of assigned color profiles and file optimization.
• Maintains and archives digital files for storage.
• Artistic Sensibility and Technical Skill are desired.

POSITION SUMMARY: Shares responsibility with other production managers, who direct, organize, plan, and collaborate on all graphic production activities by performing the duties below personally or through other lead personnel. Responsible for the implementation of and adherence to all departmental policies, practices, and procedures. Responsible for training and overseeing the productivity and quality of the Pre-Press employees. Having the employees digitally prepares art file for print production/finishing, to meet customer specifications. Proficient with the color management and PDF workflow process. Operates within a Mac/Windows environment and other peripheral prepress equipment to complete job assignments. Ability to train employees in pre-flight related programs and G7 Color Management Software and tolls.

The following is a basic outline of responsibilities: With the ability to direct and organize graphic production activities by performing the duties below personally. Responsible for the implementation of and adherence to all departmental policies, practices, and procedures

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works collaboratively with other production managers to ensure sufficient supervisory presence in the plant at all times.
• Assigns specific duties as needed to individual personnel or temp workers, organizing the efficient flow of materials and work through the plant.
• Trains and supports the staff in their work, clarifying procedures, and coaching them to higher levels of success and capacity. Educates them on all aspects of their work including time sheets, work orders, load tickets, pallet labels, scheduling, and QA procedures, among others.
• Reinforces the goals of quality and increased productivity with all staff through positive reinforcement and a commitment to teaching others.
• Interprets and enforces company policies and safety regulations.
• Educates staff on the proper interpretation of job orders and assigns them to production personnel.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Continually monitors all operations and activities to ensure quality standards are met.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Understands and can perform activities of workers supervised.
• Checks product for accuracy, quality issues, and conformity with work order objectives.
• Reads and understands fully the work order and description of work to be completed.
• Determines what functions are required according to the written work order.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Supports the staff in their work, clarifying procedures, and coaching them to higher levels of success and capacity. Educates them on all aspects of their work including time sheets, work orders, load tickets, pallet labels, scheduling, and QA procedures, among others.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Knowledge of both Windows and MAC based software programs. (Prinergy, Preps, Adobe Suites, MS Office, E-Pace, Printflow, etc.)

Good verbal and written communication skills. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a digital & screen-printing environment is required. Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with color management tools is helpful. Knowledge of G-7 Color Management is a plus. Experience with ColorGate or Fiery XF RIPs is a plus as is experience with Inca or Vutek digital presses.

Miller Zell

Miller Zell is looking for a Pre-Press Manager with G7 Color experience.

PRE-PRESS:

• Preflight client artwork to determine accuracy, omissions, or additional requirements.
• Takes high-resolution files and creates digital images to the client’s specifications.
• Creates and imposes press forms for hard/soft proofs, print, and finishing procedures.
• Maintains accuracy of assigned color profiles and file optimization.
• Maintains and archives digital files for storage.
• Artistic Sensibility and Technical Skill are desired.

POSITION SUMMARY: Shares responsibility with other production managers, who direct, organize, plan, and collaborate on all graphic production activities by performing the duties below personally or through other lead personnel. Responsible for the implementation of and adherence to all departmental policies, practices, and procedures. Responsible for training and overseeing the productivity and quality of the Pre-Press employees. Having the employees digitally prepares art file for print production/finishing, to meet customer specifications. Proficient with the color management and PDF workflow process. Operates within a Mac/Windows environment and other peripheral prepress equipment to complete job assignments. Ability to train employees in pre-flight related programs and G7 Color Management Software and tolls.

The following is a basic outline of responsibilities: With the ability to direct and organize graphic production activities by performing the duties below personally. Responsible for the implementation of and adherence to all departmental policies, practices, and procedures

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works collaboratively with other production managers to ensure sufficient supervisory presence in the plant at all times.
• Assigns specific duties as needed to individual personnel or temp workers, organizing the efficient flow of materials and work through the plant.
• Trains and supports the staff in their work, clarifying procedures, and coaching them to higher levels of success and capacity. Educates them on all aspects of their work including time sheets, work orders, load tickets, pallet labels, scheduling, and QA procedures, among others.
• Reinforces the goals of quality and increased productivity with all staff through positive reinforcement and a commitment to teaching others.
• Interprets and enforces company policies and safety regulations.
• Educates staff on the proper interpretation of job orders and assigns them to production personnel.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Continually monitors all operations and activities to ensure quality standards are met.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Understands and can perform activities of workers supervised.
• Checks product for accuracy, quality issues, and conformity with work order objectives.
• Reads and understands fully the work order and description of work to be completed.
• Determines what functions are required according to the written work order.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Supports the staff in their work, clarifying procedures, and coaching them to higher levels of success and capacity. Educates them on all aspects of their work including time sheets, work orders, load tickets, pallet labels, scheduling, and QA procedures, among others.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Knowledge of both Windows and MAC based software programs. (Prinergy, Preps, Adobe Suites, MS Office, E-Pace, Printflow, etc.)

Good verbal and written communication skills. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a digital & screen-printing environment is required. Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with color management tools is helpful. Knowledge of G-7 Color Management is a plus. Experience with ColorGate or Fiery XF RIPs is a plus as is experience with Inca or Vutek digital presses.

Miller Zell

POSITION SUMMARY: The Art Director oversees the artistic development of design materials used in retail environments. Also develops elements used in a variety of creative projects, including presentations, brochures, advertisements, catalogs, direct mail, corporate identity, and packaging. Designs may integrate typographic, photographic, illustrative, and graphic elements. Within creative, the Art Director works with Design Directors, Project Directors, Environmental Designers, and Graphic Designers to develop concepts for clients and graphic representations of those ideas for client presentations.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the design, layout, and formatting of materials
• Supervises freelancers and works with production artists on projects
• Maintains consistent graphic identities for clients across all jobs
• Works independently as well as collaboratively with the design team to strategically implement strong graphic concepts
• Responsible for assisting with preparations for presentation materials and storyboards
• Strong written and verbal communication is necessary
• Works with photographers, copywriters, and illustrators
• Capable of multitasking and adapting to schedule changes
• Deep understanding of retail trends and influences
• Presents ideas/concepts internally and to clients professionally and clearly
• Attend press checks if needed to manage graphic standards and quality control
• Punctuality and regular attendance are required on the job (remote and on-site)
• Ability to work with a diverse group with different backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures
• Contributes to positive team dynamics
• Ability to travel to meetings/presentations periodically
• Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities
• Able to communicate accurately, concisely, and compellingly to a variety of audiences
• Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member
• Displays a strong commitment to organizational success
• Consistently complies with quality, service, and productivity standards and meets deadlines
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, and materials

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year college, University, or art school in Fine Arts,

Graphic Design, Communications, or closely related field

Experience: 7+ years of Art Direction or Graphic Design (Environmental, Trade Show, and/or Exhibit graphics preferred)

Special Skills/Qualifications: Proficiency in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc).

Experience with design best practices as it relates to various channels including social, digital,

physical. Thorough understanding of graphic design, photography, typography, and layout.

Miller Zell