About the role
Prepress operators work in graphic production and specialize in preparing materials for printing or digital publishing. They often have a graphic education and are proficient in image processing and layout software. Prepress operators ensure that the final product meets the design specifications and is of high quality.Responsibilities
The responsibilities of a prepress operator include creating and customizing graphic originals based on the client's wishes. They check that all material is correctly formatted, colored, and resolved for the final medium. They must also ensure that all files are complete and print-ready before being forwarded.Skills and tools
Prepress operators use tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. They must have good knowledge of typography and layout as well as an understanding of printing processes and digital publishing. Attention to detail and the ability to follow technical specifications are important skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are grafisk design, layout and originalframställning.