Saurabh Kariya

Pre-Press Specialist

Fiverr • Freelance

Dec 2018 - Present • 7 yrs 11 mos

- Generated high-volume, accurate digital proofs and virtual product mock-ups for European and UK promotional merchandise platforms, supporting fast-turnaround customer approval pipelines. - Converted low-resolution client logos and raster images into clean, scalable, print-ready vector artwork using Adobe Illustrator, ensuring strict compliance with minimum line weights and print boundaries. - Simulated realistic print finishes in Adobe Photoshop (including embroidered stitching on textiles, laser engraving, and debossing) using Smart Objects, Layer Styles, and fabric blend modes. - Applied precise millimeter-level imprint specifications, proportional scaling, and Pantone (PMS) / CMYK colour separations across diverse product categories including custom bags, textiles, drinkware, apparel, and corporate gifts. - Conducted pre-press quality checks (bleed, trapping, font outlining, resolution) and populated multilingual technical specification sheets to eliminate production errors and minimize print reprints. - Maintained rapid turnaround SLAs (under 15–30 minutes per proof) while managing multiple concurrent revision requests and cross-team workflows with 99% accuracy. - Managed daily operational workflows, data accuracy, and deadline-driven tasks in a fast-paced environment. - Collaborated across teams to resolve bottlenecks, ensuring high standards of quality control and process efficiency.