DTP Operator

Our client, a leading creative agency based in Bryanston, is seeking an experienced DTP Operator to join their fast-paced studio environment.

While the role sits within an agency, this is not a traditional agency DTP position. We are specifically looking for a technically strong DTP professional with a solid background in the printing industry who understands prepress, print production, colour management, and preparing artwork for multiple print processes.

The successful candidate will act as the vital link between creative design and final production, ensuring all artwork is technically accurate, print-ready, and produced to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, amending, and finalising artwork for print production.
• Ensuring all artwork is technically accurate and production-ready.
• Managing artwork across multiple formats and print specifications.
• Checking files for quality, resolution, colour accuracy, bleed, trapping, and print compliance.
• Performing preflight checks and correcting artwork where required.
• Liaising with internal creative teams and print suppliers to ensure smooth project execution.
• Maintaining brand consistency across multiple campaigns and client accounts.
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Troubleshooting technical artwork and print production issues.
• Preparing files for various print applications, including large format, litho, digital, POS, retail, and promotional materials.

Minimum requirements

• Proven experience as a DTP operator within a commercial print, large-format, packaging, retail display, POS, or print production environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including:
  • InDesign
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
• Strong Mac operating system experience.
• Excellent understanding of print production processes and prepress requirements.
• Solid knowledge of colour management, including RGB, CMYK, Pantone, and spot colours.
• Experience preparing artwork for lithographic, digital, and large-format printing.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.

Personal attributes

• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Highly organised and deadline-driven.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Effective communication skills.
• Team player with a proactive approach.
• Passion for quality and technical excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled print professional looking to transition into a dynamic agency environment while continuing to utilise their specialist print production expertise.

Posted on 21 Jul 15:23, Closing date 19 Sep