Dtp Art Director

Brief summary of main duties (includes but not limited to): A desktop publishing artist is a skilled DTP art director responsible for translating the templatized work of creative art directors, populating price and product layouts against a brief, and finalising them into print and digital files.Working to a design brief from the client or designer.Using DTP software (Adobe Suite, especially InDesign) to produce a layout for each page of the publication.Using internal systems like workbook to action briefs, communication, and timesheets.Using RMS to fully complete all DTP work, ensuring no manual changes unless communicated and flagged.Meeting required deadlines with tight turnarounds.Fully understanding and adhering to DTP processes for communication, circulation, FA checks, and disking.Understanding the full FA checklist and ensuring adherence at all times.Selecting formatting, such as size, style of type, column width, and spacing.Selecting and checking colours.Paying excellent attention to detail.Minimum relevant experience required:Two or more years of experience in DTP art direction.Experience working in a live retail environment would be advantageous.Understanding of pressure and deadlines.Skills/attributes:Attention to detail: careful about details and thorough in completing work tasks.Excellent communication and organisational skills.Dependability: reliable, responsible, and fulfilling obligations.Initiative: willing to take on responsibilities and challenges, working long hours.Able to work under pressure, follow instructions, and work independently or with others.Flexible, motivated, and willing to go the extra mile.Able to work beyond normal working hours when required.Excellent time management and organisational skills.Solutions-driven and a logical thinker.Strong spoken and written communication skills.Calm under pressure, yet a sense of urgency.Ability to multi-task.Minimum education requirements:Diploma in art direction (highly advantageous but not essential).Relevant Adobe software knowledge.Familiarity with Mac systems.
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