Benefits:

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

AlphaGraphics Irvine | Irvine, CA

AlphaGraphics Irvine is a fast-paced print and sign shop serving both walk-in customers and established business accounts. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Graphic Designer / Pre-Press Specialist who understands that good design is only half the job — clean, accurate, print-ready files are what keep production moving.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both the creative and technical sides of print and wants to be part of a small, hands-on team where their work directly impacts the final product. This is not a screen-only role — you should be comfortable stepping away from the desk to help with production and finishing when the shop is busy.

What You’ll Be Doing

Preparing customer-supplied files for print (preflight, setup, bleed, resolution, color correction)

Creating and modifying designs for print (flyers, business cards, signage, large format, etc.)

Setting up files for digital and wide-format production

Communicating with customers to clarify specs and ensure accuracy

Managing proofs and revisions

Working closely with production to ensure jobs run correctly

Supporting hands-on production and finishing work — cutting, laminating, mounting, folding, bindery, and pack-out — as the schedule demands

Jumping in alongside the production team during high-volume runs to help operate print and finishing equipment

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a print shop, sign shop, or production environment strongly preferred

Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign

Solid understanding of print production (bleeds, margins, color modes, file setup)

High attention to detail — catching issues before they become problems

Ability to manage multiple jobs and deadlines at once

Clear, professional communication with both customers and team members

Willingness to roll up your sleeves and move between the design desk and hands-on production — comfortable with both sides of the shop

Bonus Points

Experience with wide-format graphics or signage

Familiarity with PrintSmith or similar MIS systems

Experience preparing files for cut-sheet printing, vinyl cutting, or large format output

Why This Role

Small team environment where your work matters

True mix of design plus hands-on production and finishing — not just sitting behind a screen all day

Consistent workflow with a variety of projects

Opportunity to grow within a production-focused environment

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday

On-site in Irvine

To Apply

Please include:

Resume

Portfolio (print-focused work preferred)

*AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.