Adobe InDesign Typesetting Specialist - Freelance, Remote at Magic, Inc

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

7.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Adobe InDesign, Typesetting, Layout, Proofreading, Copyediting, Google Workspace, Slack, Time Management, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Typography, WordPress, Communication, Organization, File Management, Project Documentation

Industry

Software Development

Description

Adobe InDesign Typesetting Specialist - Freelance, Remote Department: Support & Leadership Employment Type: Full Time Location: Global+ Reporting To: Client via Magic Compensation: $7.00 / hour Description About the Client Our client is an independent publisher of books and magazines is shifting from traditional retail to digital direct-to-consumer distribution. The small, collaborative team includes in-house design and editorial functions and values clean, consistent typography and efficient workflows. They’re focused on modernizing production while maintaining high standards of quality. Why does this role exist? This role exists to relieve a production bottleneck between editorial and design by owning the “glue” work of typesetting, template use, and copyedit/proof corrections. It enables faster, more reliable publishing by ensuring content is accurately imported, styled, and prepared for a senior designer’s refinement. The position also supports the company’s shift toward digital/direct-to-consumer by maintaining consistency across print and web touchpoints. The Impact you’ll make Typesetting and Layout (InDesign) Import editorial content into existing templates and apply/master styles Match fonts/typesetting conventions and maintain typographic consistency Prepare tidy, well-organized files for senior designer handoff Proofreading and Corrections Enter proofreading/copyediting corrections accurately and efficiently Check grammar/spelling, track changes, and verify corrections are implemented Coordinate with editors to resolve questions and follow style guides Website and Visual Updates (WordPress) Make basic visual/content updates to pages and posts Ensure on-site typography and styles align with brand guidelines Liaise with head of design for simple layout or asset swaps Collaboration and Workflow Communicate with the head of design and editors via Slack/Google Chat Manage file handoffs and version control in Google Drive Maintain predictable availability aligned to 10 AM–6 PM ET and follow established workflows Quality Assurance and Documentation Preflight and QA files before handoff/publication Maintain/update style references and template notes Log changes and keep orderly project documentation Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Required: Demonstrated Adobe InDesign proficiency focused on typesetting/layout (portfolio or samples required) Excellent written English for proofreading and entering copyedit corrections Comfortable using templates, master pages, and styles; strong typographic attention to detail Remote collaboration experience with Google Workspace (Docs/Sheets/Drive) and Slack/Google Chat Ability to work full-time, Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM Eastern (40 hours/week) WFH Set-Up: Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up. Internet speed of at least 40MBPS Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam Back-up computer and internet connection Quiet, dedicated workspace at home Your Superpowers: Technical: Advanced InDesign (styles, master pages, typography, preflight), comfort with Word/Google Docs track changes, basic WordPress editing; familiarity with Adobe Suite (Photoshop/Illustrator) is a plus Soft skills: Meticulous eye for detail, follows instructions, proactive communicator, dependable, organized, strong time management, collaborative and coachable You should apply if… You love clean typography, orderly files, and consistent styles, and you take pride in precise execution You’re the “glue” who enjoys bridging editorial and design, turning edits into polished layouts efficiently You thrive in a remote, process-driven environment and communicate clearly to keep work moving You’re eager to support a publisher modernizing its workflows and are comfortable with repeatable production tasks What to expect... Work Setup: Remote position Must have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace Required to provide own computer with Intel Core i5 or something similar or higher operating system Working Hours: 40 hours per week Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM Eastern Compensation: $7 per hour No benefits package included Benefits

Responsibilities

The specialist will manage typesetting and layout using Adobe InDesign, ensuring editorial content is accurately styled and prepared for design refinement. They will also handle proofreading and corrections, and make basic updates to website content.