Field DTP Operator

3 months ago

Johannesburg, South Africa SavageOne Pty Ltd Full time

Onsite role
SA Citizen

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Design product layouts for retail leaflets, digital/social media, and POS materials. Ensure that artwork is accurate, visually appealing, and compliant with client corporate identity specifications and print-ready requirements.

DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB

Statutory Liabilities

  • Labour Relations Act
  • Basic Conditions of Employment Act
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

  • Receive briefs from clients.
  • Set up artwork according to briefing, print or digital requirements, and corporate identity specifications.
  • Ensure all images, spreads, and bleeds meet machine requirements.
  • Discuss and determine detailed DTP job requirements with the repro or technical team.
  • Verify all content and information are accurate before beginning a job.
  • Produce and check proofs against required specifications before delivering to clients.
  • Make corrections as needed until client satisfaction is achieved.
  • Check color separations and overprint electronically.
  • Analyze, identify, and advise the technical team or repro supervisor of potential print issues.
  • Provide excellent customer service.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

  • Accuracy of produced artwork.
  • Turnaround time for proofs and delivery to clients.
  • Accurate time tracking for all work performed.
  • Maintaining high standards of client brand integrity.
  • Adhering to client and management requests to exceed expectations.
  • Attendance and punctuality.
  • Effective teamwork.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB

Must be able to:

  • Understand and set up artwork according to technical specifications and client requirements.
  • Output files according to technical specifications using prescribed DTP software packages.
  • Understand company processes and systems to assess workflow requirements.
  • Multi-task and work under pressure.
  • Use a variety of fonts, images, and colors (300dpi, CMYK).
  • Utilize Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and digital applications effectively.
  • Output files according to technical specifications using various software packages.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Experience

  • A tertiary qualification in DTP and 10 years of relevant experience in DTP design/layout with a solid knowledge of the printing and digital industries.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

  • Experience in creating leaflet layouts for retail groups.
  • Understanding of desktop publishing skills and techniques on an Apple Mac platform.
  • Proficiency in DTP software packages.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.

Behaviors & Attributes:

  • Self-starter, motivated, and well-organized team player.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects under strict deadlines.
  • Customer-focused, flexible, and conscientious.
  • Capable of working in a team environment.
  • Reliable with a positive can-do attitude.
  • Polite and professional demeanor.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
  • Self-discipline to manage projects, time effectively, and meet deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Open plan casual office space.
  • 40 hours a week (overtime as required).
  • 08:00 - 17:00

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