Dtp Operator

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


Job SummaryRESPONSIBILITIESDTP:

  • 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
  • Maintains efficient back up procedures of all jobs.
  • Creates working folders within the server.
  • Ensures artwork in server as per repro number.
  • Maintains system performance and integrity.
  • Prioritizes work within the department based on Repro plan.
  • Achieves daily output as per plan.
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
  • Must know Adobe InDesign CS6, Photoshop CS6, Illustrator CS6 and Acrobat.
  • Working on Macintosh platform.
  • Knowledge of Intergrator Workflow would be an advantage.
  • Knowledge of print and production would be an advantage.
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.
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  • Job Id
    JD1308318
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R21000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned