DTP Operator - Olifantsfontein, Johannesburg

SUMMARY:
Calling all experienced DTP Operators in the Jhb /Olifantsfontein area

POSITION INFO:

My client a leading and well known company requires a competent and experienced DTP Operator to be based on the premises on a major client in Clayville, Olifantsfontein.

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Product layout for retail leaflets, Digital/ Social Media and POS material. To ensure artwork is accurate, visually appealing as per Client- Corporate Identity specifications and requirements and print ready as per technical and clients’ briefing specifications.

Requirements:

A tertiary qualification in DTP and 5 to 6 years relevant experience in DTP Design / Layout, and a sound knowledge of the printing industry.

Digital industry knowledge.

Experienced in doing leaflet layouts for retail groups.

Understanding of desktop publishing skills and techniques on an Apple Mac platform.

Knowledge of DTP software packages.

Good organizational skills.

Good oral and written communication skills.

SA Citizens only

Must be Criminal Clear

Must reside in the GreaterJhb area and not have transport problems

Must be able to:

 Understand and setup artwork as per technical specifications and client require-ments.

Outputting files according to technical specifications, using prescribed DTP soft-ware packages.

Understand the processes and systems adopted by the company to fully assess the workflow requirements.

Multi-task and work under pressure.

Using a variety of fonts, images, colours – 300dpi, CMYK

Skills in using Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Digital applications

Outputting files according to technical specifications, using various software packages.

Duties:

 Receives briefs from client.

Sets up artwork as per briefing, print or digital and CI specifications.

Ensures all images, spreads and bleeds are applied as per machine requirements.

Discusses and determines detailed DTP job requirements with Repro or Technical Team.

Ensures all content and information are correct before starting a job.

Produces and checks proofs against required specs before handing over to clients.

Completes corrections, until client satisfaction.

▪ Electronically check colour separations and overprint.

▪ Analyses, identifies and advises technical team or repro supervisor of potential print

problems.

▪ Good customer service.