Hard Skills
AdvancedManual Image StrippingThe process of positioning and securing film negatives or positives onto a layout sheet to create a flat for printing plate exposure.
IntermediatePlatemaking OperationsThe technical procedure of transferring images from prepared flats to printing plates using light-sensitive chemicals and exposure equipment.
AdvancedImposition PlanningThe strategic arrangement of pages on a single printing sheet to ensure correct sequencing and orientation after folding and binding.
AdvancedPrecision RegistrationThe ability to align multiple film layers or color separations with microscopic accuracy to ensure perfect overlay during the printing process.
IntermediateOpaquing and Film CorrectionThe application of opaque medium to film negatives to remove pinholes, scratches, or unwanted marks that would otherwise appear on the printing plate.
IntermediatePrepress Equipment MaintenanceRoutine cleaning, calibration, and troubleshooting of light tables, vacuum frames, and film processors to ensure optimal operational performance.