Reporting to the General Manager: Print Production, the Pre-Press Manager will be responsible for administration and implementation of all Digital initiatives. Focus Areas: Planning, implementing and managing daily operations. Report Writing. Key performance areas Planning, implementing and managing daily operations: Setting up print files with required bleeds, colour adjustments and schemes according to substrates sizes. Knowledge of setting up print files along with the accompanying cut files for digital plotting machines. Knowledge of cardboard ‘point of sale display systems. Ability to work under pressure within a team environment a must. Editing and retouching of colour prints to match supplied Epsons Ability to troubleshoot and resolve (creatively if required) any printing snags or issues which typically arise in a fast paced printing environment. Proof checking, proof reading the digital work conducted by the department before printing. Ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. Managing the Digital/Pre-press department. Report writing: Compile monthly reports. Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports. Present production reports to board members. Essential and Mandatory Requirements Matric. Qualification in Print Production Management or related field. Min. 5 years working experience as a Pre-press Manager. Qualified DTP/pre-press operator with a minimum of five years’ DTP/repro experience gained within a print manufacture – large format digital printing/similar print environment Fine Art experience Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign At least 7 10 years experience in the Print/Digital Field. Experience working with various Print Information Systems. Able to work independently. Advanced Excel. Valid Drivers licence. Preferred skills and experience Interpersonal relationships, discretion and confidentiality. Knowledge of employment laws. Experience of report writing utilising excel, word and power point. Strong organisational skills. Ability to work well under pressure. Extensive knowledge in printing processes and techniques. Ability to communicate at all levels. Experience of using effective Print/Digital Information Systems. Sound verbal and written communication skills. Peoples Management skills. Conflict handling skills. Computer literacy.