Job Description

Company Overview:

The Look Company specializes in providing world-class visual engagement solutions for sport, retail, and commercial clients around the globe. We are a high-energy, fast-paced organization that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and results. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a driven individual to help lead our production efforts and support our expanding operations.

At The Look Company, we value creativity, teamwork, and a can-do spirit. We offer the chance to grow with a global company that rewards initiative, supports professional development, and fosters a culture of belonging and excellence.

Position Overview:

Permanent, full-time

Hours of Work:

Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location:

On-site, 343 Saunders Rd, Barrie, Ontario

The Digital Prepress Operator plays a key role in supporting the production and design team by preparing digital artwork for print and ensuring files are accurate, press-ready, and aligned with customer specifications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced print environment. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both creative design and the technical aspects of print production.

Why Join Us:

Join an industry leader in print manufacturing company recognized for precision, creativity, and quality. Bring to life large-scale print campaigns that are experienced by audiences across Retail and Sports markets. Supportive team environment, even in a fast-paced, deadline-driven context. Build expertise in high-volume, time-sensitive production for major retail and sporting events; Your contributions will directly influence customer experience and brand presence.

Job Duties (include and are not limited to):

Prepare and optimize digital artwork for print production Preflight all incoming files to verify fonts, images, resolution, and print readiness Manage colour profiles and apply Pantone colours to maintain colour accuracy across devices Create imposition layouts, tiling, and other layout adjustments for large-format output Set up files with correct bleed, trim, and safe-area requirements Prepare files for production using RIP software to ensure proper processing and output Normalize files and ensure they meet all print specifications Work closely with production teams to ensure accuracy and timely output; Identify and resolve potential issues in digital files prior to production. Coordinate proofing processes by following up with Customer Service Representatives; Retrieve customer-submitted files via online systems or email. Plan and schedule work to meet customer deadlines, proactively monitoring timelines and flagging potential delays to management; Adhere to company procedures and workflows as outlined in internal manuals. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma/Certificate in Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field. 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred, preferably in a print environment. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office applications is a must. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Benefits:

Company paid extended health care & dental after (3) months Life insurance Wellness program Company events Casual dress On-site parking PPE supplied Company reimbursement steel toes after three (3) months
We believe a diverse workforce makes a different. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Barrie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

prepress: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person