Operator, Assembly

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 beautiful, error-free, and quality-checked forms that are ready for press. Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Pre-Press Card Assembly Operator to support the preparation of 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 card and/or print file production. Candidates with a passion for sports and entertainment will likely find themselves a strong cultural fit.

In this role, you will…

• From established templates, execute pre-press tasks and file preparation to ensure optimal print quality

• Execute pre-press tasks and file preparation to ensure optimal 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 Prinergy workflow 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 Prinergy 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) and other relevant design software

• Strong understanding of print production processes, color management, 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