Pre-Flight Operator

About the Team

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

The mandate of the Fanatics Pre-Press team is to translate card designs to accurate, error-free PDF that areready for press. We are seeking a Preflight operator to review and ensure digital components are technicallycorrect and ready for print production. This role acts as a quality control checkpoint between design and press,identifying and resolving potential file issues before they impact production.

The preflight operator will check artwork for correct size, layout, color settings, image quality, fonts, bleeds, andother print specifications. By ensuring files are production-ready, the preflight operator helps prevent delays,reprints, and quality issues. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of print processes, and theability to manage multiple jobs while meeting tight deadlines. Candidates with a passion for sports andentertainment will likely thrive in our culture.

In this role, you will…

Perform detailed preflight checks by validating content, imagery and design components are available and ready for composition

Check the file size specs across imagery and design templates

Verify color modes (CMYK, spot colors), resolution, bleeds, trim, and safety margins

Assess project setup for composition

Communicate file issues and required corrections clearly with internal teams

Meet production deadlines while maintaining high quality standards

Document project status within the job tracking system

Attend cross-functional team meetings to discuss project readiness before going to production

The ideal candidate:

3+ years of experience in prepress, print production

Strong attention to detail and ability to proactively solve technical problems

Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with various

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud.  Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com).  For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers