Prepress technician, Kaihangarau whakarite tā
Also known as
- Graphic prepress worker, prepress operator
- , Kaimahi whakairoiro (mua perehi)
Prepress technicians format and proof text and graphic files to prepare them for printing.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$65K to $136K
Most common
$208K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-2 years
Prepress technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts
- usually work in offices, print shops or studios, and may travel locally
- need to be accurate, methodical and organised
Tasks
- prepare text and images for printing
- use prepress and print equipment
- check files meet print requirements
- enter print settings into machines
- select printing equipment
- monitor output to prevent errors
- inspect images and proofs for quality
- measure prints for size
- maintain machines and equipment
Practical
Organised
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a prepress technician and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Print (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Diploma in Print Industry Management (Level 5)
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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