Job Description

attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Attention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsDigital Prepress Operator - (997668.1)Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Organizational UnitUniversity of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> Campus ServicesLocationUniversity of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)Posting Close Date13 February 2025Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.FTE1.0Salary Grade$4,740.00 - $5,056.00Additional Posting Information:N/ASalary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.ClassificationPB9Hours of WorkMonday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pmEmployee Group:CUPE 951 - Regular# of Hires Needed1CategoryPublishing/PrintingAbout this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada's best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria's diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.Job SummaryPrinting and Duplicating Services, a unit within the larger Division of Student Affairs, is a full-service print shop capable of filling most of the printing needs of the university community. As part of Student Affairs, the unit is committed to supporting staff, faculty, student, and departmental success.
Working as an integral member of the Printing Services team, the Digital Prepress Operator provides front-line service, acts as a resource and subject matter expert and is responsible for preflight and repairing digital files before printing (digital prepress), information and data security, braille as well as operation and maintenance of related software, file backup, equipment, printing systems and devices. The Digital Prepress Operator has a direct impact on the work unit and is responsible for operating our digital colour press as well as acting in a support role for our digital B&W press' and bindery.The Digital Prepress Operator works on a team with three other production staff, as well as two customer service reps and will need to be flexible depending on what customer service, prepress or bindery assistance is required at the time.Job RequirementsExperience:
This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to 2-3 years' experience in a customer service setting.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Proven experience as a Prepress Technician in a printing environment.
• Strong understanding of prepress workflows and printing processes (i.e. EFI Fiery, Xerox).
• Proficiency in industry-standard prepress software applications such as: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and Prepress software (Quite Imposing, Pitstop Pro, XMPIE, Fiery Impose).
• Knowledge of colour management principles and colour correction techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of variable data imposition and printing.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

• 2-3 years of prepress, printing and bindery experience required.

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