Designer

Minimum requirements and responsibilities: A graphic design degree or diploma or related DTP courses A minimum of two years experience in book or magazine design Good knowledge of InDesign and literacy in Apple Mac Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator Strong typographic skills A sound knowledge of the reproduction and printing processes Conceptualise layout designs across a variety of nature subjects Design complete books and covers, taking them through from edited manuscript to print, within budget and to deadline Create structured stylesheets and master pages for each book project in InDesign Evaluate illustrative material, including digital photographs, transparencies, illustrations and maps Brief and liaise with illustrators and cartographers Review and mark up colour proofs, indicating necessary colour adjustments Prepare documents and instructions for repro agencies Develop and maintain excellent relationships with authors, photographers and illustrators Consultant: Lisa Dietrich - Dante Personnel Cape Town