Prepress Graphic Artist (Adobe Illustrator Experience Required)

Graphic Print Production Artist Location:

Nicholasville, KY (Lexington Area)

Position Type:

Full-Time (40 hours per week) Monday - Friday Bring Designs to Life—One Label at a Time Are you a detail-loving, creatively driven production artist who thrives in a fast-paced print environment? At Turner Labels , we're looking for a Graphic Print Production Artist to join our team for a 6-month full-time role—with the potential for something more long-term for the right fit. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys blending technical precision with creative problem-solving to turn customer artwork into flawless, press-ready files. What You'll Do You'll be at the heart of our digital workflow, making sure every label is print-perfect and production-ready: Prepare and execute electronic art separations for customer files across various print methods Fine-tune files with color corrections to match exact targets Apply technical adjustments like overprints, pullbacks, and line requirements Manage multiple jobs simultaneously across different stages of prepress and production Collaborate with sales, managers, and production teams to exceed customer expectations Spot and resolve file issues before they hit the press Create and distribute color proofs (digital & hard copy) Adjust setups for specialty finishes like embossing and hot stamping Help troubleshoot print challenges alongside the production team Keep files, servers, and job folders organized and running smoothly Perform quality checks—because details matter here! What You Bring Strong experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (especially Illustrator on Mac) Solid understanding of typography, layout, and prepress file prep A sharp eye for color accuracy and correction Ability to adapt designs into various formats and sizes seamlessly Experience with Esko or HP Indigo is a plus A knack for staying organized and meeting tight deadlines A proactive, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills A love for learning new tools and evolving with technology What Makes You a Great Fit You pay attention to detail and take pride in getting things right the first time You can juggle multiple projects without missing a beat You're a problem-solver who enjoys figuring things out independently You thrive in a collaborative team environment Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Graphic Design education preferred or 5+ years of relevant print industry experience Advanced computer skills, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and prepress tools Additional Requirements Strong visual acuity, including color vision and attention to fine detail Why Turner Labels? We're a family-owned company with over 50 years of print expertise , proudly serving customers around the world. As an award-winning narrow-web converter specializing in flexographic and digital printing, we believe in: Doing things the right way (integrity & quality always come first) Supporting each other as a team Enjoying the journey while delivering exceptional products The Opportunity This is a 6-month full-time position with the potential to grow into something longer-term based on performance and business needs. If you're looking to get your foot in the door with a company that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and innovation—we'd love to meet you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person