RESPONSIBILITIES

DTP:

Receives brief from client via Intergrator.
Sets up artwork as per briefing specs.
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 is correct before starting a job.
Produces and checks proofs against required specs before handing over to clients’.
Completes corrections, until client satisfaction.
Electronically checks colour separations and overprint.
Analyses, identifies and advises technical team or repro supervisor of potential print problems.
Good customer service.

Computer Maintenance and Housekeeping

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualification

A tertiary qualification in DTP and/or 2-3 years relevant experience in DTP Design / Repro, and a sound knowledge of the printing industry.

Knowledge Skills and Attributes:

Understanding of desk-top publishing skills and techniques, and skills in media, techniques and technology used for printing.
Knowledge of multiple operating software packages.

Computer Skill

Writing/Communication Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing.

SKILLS

Understand and setup artwork as per technical specifications and client requirements.
Correct usage of in house software packages – Intergrator
Using a variety of fonts, images, colours – 300dpi, CMYK and spots.
Reviewing and amending images - Product proportions, working with FPO files, hires images and shutterstock images.
Skills in using Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Outputting files according to technical specifications, using various software packages.
Multi-task and work under pressure.
Self-starter, self-motivated team player and well organised.
Work in a team environment.
Communication skills.
Reliable, ‘Can do’ attitude.
Good relationship-building skills.
Work with multiple projects under strict deadlines.
You must be customer focused, flexible, and conscientious.
Must be creative, imaginative, persistent, and able to communicate their ideas in writing, visually, and verbally.
DTP Operator needs to be well-read, open to new ideas and influences, and quick to react to changing trends.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and under pressure are important traits.
Self-discipline to start projects on their own, to budget their time, and to meet deadlines and production schedules.
Great collaborative skills, rigorous analytical skills and strong creative drive a must.
Accurate artwork.
Efficiency in meeting clients’ requirements.