Job Description

: Desktop Publisher Reporting To: DTP Manager SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION Working on a specific project within several languages and with DTP tools and applications. The objective of DTP is to ensure that any text/material into ano

: Desktop Publisher Reporting To: DTP Manager SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION Working on a specific project within several languages and with DTP tools and applications. The objective of DTP is to ensure that any text/material into another culture/market/vision is done without altering the original intention of the corpus. The Publisher is required to produce a consistent high quality work and to make sure that a constant and unrivalled quality control is always performed on all projects. RESPONSIBILITIES Creating Documents using DTP Tools and Applications. Sampling and performing QAs on final products. Keeping reference materials/project kits organised and up to date. Analysing the product from a DTP/localisation point of view, evaluating files, and preparing projects for DTP Producing consistent high quality work and ensuring that the work carried out meet required quality standards. Meeting customers to discuss their DTP requirements Solving problems and conflicts as they arise Liaising with project managers, co-ordinators and team leads of other groups - in planning the project schedule. Keeping the Project Manager and DTP Manager well informed on the status/progress of the project. Performing Desktop Publishing in a variety of packages as required by customers, both PC and MAC. Research of DTP material, tools and packages Ensuring that all DTP procedures are duly observed. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS 2-3 years DTP experience in the localisation industry is generally required. Experience is more important than qualification at this level. Expert knowledge of the main DTP packages (Word, FrameMaker, In Design, PhotoShop, Illustrator and PowerPoint) and exposure to other less used packages(PageMaker and Quark Xpress). Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team are essential. Analytical and technical skills Quality focused Excellent English skills, both oral and written