Desktop publishing Operator (DTP)

Job Purpose Responsible for evaluating, preparing page layouts, formatting, customising, “PDF’ing”, delivery and back up of custom high-end graphics, bespoke design requests and creative artwork for the business unit, with the aim of ensuring final material is 100% technically correct and ready for print or publishing, in line with Company Corporate Identity standards. Artwork deliverables may include a range of bespoke covers, templates, logos, invites, newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures and art files. Core & Personal behavioral competencies Understand the brief and ensure that all information and files are gathered Co-ordinate planning to ensure deadlines are met and prioritise workflow Collaborate with Fusion designers and writers to customise artwork or text Find and edit graphics, such as photographs or illustrations Verify source files and fonts and the conversion of files for print Technical / Proficiency competencies Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign Technical specs, which would include the following:Size - Bleed, trim, type and image area, die traces & die lines Colour - CMYK, RGB, black & white, spot colour, varnish, overprinting,knocking out, press compensation Format - Jpeg, tiff, pdf, open files, etc.Resolution - Dpi and scale Extensive knowledge on retouching Computer literacy – MS Office Proficient verbal and written communication skills Be able to organize visual elements