Pre-Press Operator

CAD/Pre-Press Technician
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £35,000

We’re looking for a skilled Pre-Press Technician to join a busy team where you’ll be preparing and optimising artwork for packaging and print, managing workflow, and collaborating with colleagues to deliver accurate, creative, and technically robust solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare, check, and optimise artwork for print and digital.
• Manage workflow to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Work closely with account managers, designers, and production teams.
• Create and adapt packaging designs using CAD CAM (Arden).
• Develop prototypes from client briefs and samples.
• Ensure artwork is accurate across multiple print processes and substrates.
• Support projects involving AI-generated artwork.
• Maintain organised digital assets and file management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve pre-press issues.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in pre-press or digital artwork.
• Proficiency in Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong knowledge of workflow planning and pre-press processes.
• Packaging design and structural development experience.
• CAD CAM skills (Arden preferred).
• Familiarity with AI-generated artwork.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently.

To be considered for this position, click “Apply” and upload your CV.