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)
At AlphaGraphics, we offer careers for everyone! Whether you are just starting out, looking for that next great growth opportunity, or seeking a change, we have exciting roles to suit you.
We pride ourselves on our training programs in management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing. Join us with or without experience, and we will succeed together as a team!
We invite EVERYONE to apply!
*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.