Pre-Press Apprentice SECURITY PRINT SOLUTIONS LTD
Excellent opportunity to work in a busy studio getting involved in security print design and plate making. You will receive a good salary and benefits and will be involved in all aspects of Pre-press production - plate making and producing digital files ready for production. You will also get the opportunity to create and alter graphics.
Closing date: 31 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£16,000.00
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Working week
Mon – Thurs 8.00am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 12.30pm (38.5 hours per week)
Total hours per week: 38.5
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
01 Aug 2023
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Date posted
31 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000127405
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
The role will involve the following:
· Pre-press production - plate making to a schedule/deadline
· Efficiently operate pre-press machinery
· Plan, produce, edit digital files ready for production
· Create and alter graphics
· Create imposition schemes and job layout
· Understanding receipt, checking, and processing of digital files
· Understand colour theory
· Produce a printed or digital proof
· Use scanning equipment
· Produce reports and relevant paperwork
· Customer communication
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
At the end of the apprenticeship the qualification gained will be a Print Technician Level 3 NVQ
The apprentice will be given one day a week at work (Security Print Solutions Limited in Consett) to work on their apprenticeship
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Pre-press technician in the studio leading to graphic designer
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Any subject (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Any subject (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential
About the employer
Employer
SECURITY PRINT SOLUTIONS LTD
Address
UNIT 38
NUMBER ONE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
CONSETT
DH8 6TW
Contact
Sarah Murphy
Training
Training provider
BPIF TRAINING LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Print technician
Level 3 (A level)
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