Graphic Designer/DTP Operator

at  Cinch Staffing

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Start DateExpiry DateSalaryPosted OnExperienceSkillsTelecommuteSponsor Visa
Immediate15 Jul, 2024Not Specified16 Apr, 20245 year(s) or aboveAdobe Illustrator,Print Production,Digital Media,Typography,Adobe Photoshop,Software,BrandingNoNo
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Description:

We are looking for a skilled meticulous technical individual with a deep understanding of finished art, visual communication, digital, printing and production processes. The role requires exceptional attention to detail and the ability to take creative work to finished pre-press and digital states. The desktop publishing artist is responsible for translating a brief to art files ready to go to print or be placed online. The successful candidate will further provide a supportive role and work closely with the creative and brand teams to produce work across all brand requirements.

DTP, FINISHED ART SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Graphic design degree/diploma or equivalent
Min 3 – 5 years’ experience as a DTP/finished artist design/advertising/retail print and digital industry.
Fluency in current graphic design practices and software, such as (CC) Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, After Effect etc.
Fluent in print production and finished art.
Web/Digital knowledge highly advantageous.
Strong production skills, including knowledge and ability to provide solutions within the constraints of print and digital.
Understanding of, and experience in, corporate identity management and branding, layout, colour theory and typography in both print and digital media.
Have transport to visit printers, pass colours and engage with production requirements

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Responsibilities:

Prepare digital files suitable for proofing and printing, check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
Edit graphics and photos using editing software (CC).
Digital Finished Art capabilities. Preparing and finalizing assets for Digital Asset Management Tool (AssetHub) uploads, social media and other digital media requirements.
Create/convert various types of files for printing or for other media using computer software (CC).
Ensure that all material is appropriately archived and is easily retrievable.
Implement projects from concept through to completion by planning effectively.
Ensure a quality product that achieves the desired message as well as meeting all the technical specifications is delivered.
Be able to work across print and digital platforms.
Stay up to date with software and tools to continuously improve the quality of outputs.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:5.0Max:10.0 year(s)

Graphic Design/Web Design

Web / Graphic Design / Visualiser

Graphic Arts, Web Development

Graduate

Graphic Design, Design

Proficient

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa