Traffic Coordinator

at  Libricom

Detailed job description
Handle all scheduling in Studio (including quality Control and Proofreading), using the relevant tools
Prepare and update scheduling report for the work in the system for discussion with management
Coordination of all jobs/projects within teams
Check daily workload of every designer, typesetter and reader. Schedule their workload according to deadlines and availability
Have daily discussions on the status of all jobs to ensure that the hours allocated on the job do not exceed allocated budget hours
Keep tight control on job status in the studio (managing time spent on each task briefed in, timing/deadlines etc )
Set up creative reviews
Constant interaction with Creatives/Studio
On completion of the job, set up a review with management
Ensure that all creative work is reviewed and approved before being handed to management
Keep management updated of any issues regarding freelancers or contractors
Assist Finance to ensure that all Creative timesheets for the preceding week are completed by close of business on Monday
Skills required to perform
Verifiable experience in managing traffic on long-form publication projects, specifically annual, integrated, sustainability and ESG reports, in excess of 200 pages.
A good understanding of print and repro
A thorough understanding of the creative and production process involved
Good interpersonal skills to deal with various personalities within the agency
A good motivator and ability to get good work out of the creative team
Good attention to detail
Good co-ordinating skills
Ability to work under pressure
Basic computer knowledge of various packages eg MS Office, Google Docs, etc
An ability to put the necessary systems and procedures in place
Professional attributes
Ability to work under immense pressure
Good attention to detail
Good coordinating skills
Accuracy
Responsible and mature
Reliable
Co-operative attitude
Willingness to learn, accept instructions, correction and supervision
Willingness to train and develop more junior colleagues
Ability to establish rapport with management, client service, production, creatives and suppliers
Flexibility
Proactive attitude
Initiative / self-starting
Integrit

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