Pre-Press Graphic Designer - Pre-Press Graphic Design
About the job
- At least 2 years of print experience.
- A bachelor's degree in design or a related field is required.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and competency in Microsoft Office products are required.
- Adherence to Duncan-Parnell’s Mission Statement is expected.
- The role requires attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to work independently.
- Prepare and finalize artwork for wide-format printing, packaging, and signage applications.
- Review customer-supplied files and correct issues related to color, resolution, bleed, and layout.
- Preflight and package print files for internal production or outsourced vendors.
- Cross-reference artwork with job specifications and purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
- Create digital proofs for internal approval and client sign-off.
- Communicate file status, proof approvals, and production concerns with the sales and coordination teams.
- Update the production job board with artwork completion and release timelines.
- Ensure files are set up correctly for various production equipment, including flatbed printers, cutters, and routers.
- Maintain organized file systems and follow version control best practices.
- Perform additional design or production tasks as assigned.
About the company
Duncan-Parnell provides hardware, software, and services to architects, engineers, construction contractors, surveyors, and designers. It carries leading brands like Trimble surveying equipment and HP wide-format printers, and it adds solutions such as custom signs, graphics printing, drones, and other construction supplies. As an independent, family-owned business with 20+ locations since 1946, it emphasizes trusted relationships and a curated mix of top brands. Its goal is to help projects succeed by delivering excellent customer experiences and practical, fully supported solutions for the architecture, engineering, and construction community.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
Founded
1946
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- GeoCue joined Duncan-Parnell's network on April 16, 2026, expanding LiDAR software sales.
- Clayton Digital Reprographics joined July 15, 2026, strengthening print and graphics revenue.
- Workforce rose to 293 employees by March 2026, signaling continued operating expansion.
What critics are saying
- NEI integration across four states strains sales, service, and logistics through 2026.
- Specialist rivals like GeoCue and YellowScan compress margins by competing through direct distribution.
- Trimble or OEMs can bypass Duncan-Parnell, shrinking distributor value and killing the model.
What makes Duncan-Parnell unique
- Duncan-Parnell bundles geospatial, printing, and visual communication under one Southeast distribution platform.
- Its 2026 NEI acquisition deepened Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee field coverage.
- Partnerships with GeoCue, YellowScan, and Epson broaden specialized hardware access.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave