Mastering, Pre-press

Job Description

About the Team

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company working at the intersection of collectibles and technology. We are backed by some of the best investors, sports & entertainment properties and operators in the world. Fanatics Collectibles is integrating with Fanatics’ global digital sports platform – which includes 900 sports relationships and more than 81 million reachable fans – to reimagine the collectibles business for the 21st century.

Role Summary

The mandate of the Pre-Press team is to translate card designs to accurate, error-free, and quality-checked forms that are ready for press. Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Pre-Press Card Mastering Operator to establish master/templates for print-ready files in line with our Pre-Press team’s commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate is technically adept across pre-press and workflow systems, exhibits strong attention to detail, and brings deep experience in print file production. Candidates with a passion for sports and entertainment will likely find themselves a strong cultural fit.

In this role, you will…

• Collaborate with the design team to prepare trading card templates for final execution, ensuring that visual elements align with brand, style, and sport guidelines
• Execute pre-press tasks and file preparation for Variable Data composition to ensure optimal file setup and print quality
• Prepare print-ready files and conduct thorough quality checks to verify accuracy and consistency in colors, fonts, and images
• Work closely with creative and production partners to communicate specifications, review proofs, and address any potential issues in the production process
• Stay up to date on industry trends, new printing technologies, and design techniques to continuously improve the quality and efficient production of trading cards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, marketing, and brand/product to ensure smooth workflow and alignment of creative goals
• Utilize the printing workflow management tool system to process incoming print jobs, ensuring proper file preparation, imposition, and trapping for optimal output
• Provide guidance and training for junior operators and production staff on pre-press and printing workflow management tool system workflows and best practices
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience (3+ years) as a pre-press / production artist
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat) and other relevant design software
• Strong understanding of print production processes, color separations, and file formats
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in design across various projects
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
  
  

In Los Angeles, the salary range for this position is $72,000 - $88,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. This salary range is specific to Los Angeles and may not be applicable to other locations. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company working at the intersection of collectibles and technology. We are backed by some of the best investors, sports & entertainment properties and operators in the world. Fanatics Collectibles is integrating with Fanatics' global digital sports platform – which includes 900 sports relationships and more than 81 million reachable fans – to reimagine the collectibles business for the 21st century.