Desktop Publish Specialist

TransPerfect is seeking a Desktop Publish Specialist to assess time and material requirements for DTP and formatting tasks, fix formatting in various document types (Word, InDesign, Illustrator), and edit graphics and charts. The role involves preparing files for translation using CAT tools, maximizing technology use, and providing technical support. Candidates need strong analytical skills, excellent English communication, proficiency in Graphic Design software (Adobe Suite, Quark), and a Bachelor's degree with customer service experience.

Must Have

• Assess time/material requirements for completion of DTP and formatting tasks
• Fix formatting on translated Word, InDesign, Illustrator and similar formats
• Editing of graphics and charts
• Prepare various file formats and technologies for translation using CAT tools
• Maximize the use of technology in all steps of DTP and formatting
• Provide technical support on DTP matters for production team, sales and other departments
• Knowledge on DTP and translation technology
• Superb analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills (English)
• Excellent knowledge of Graphic Design software (Adobe Suite, Quark , etc)
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
• Experience in customer service
• Experience building relationships with clients and co-workers

Good to Have

• Some knowledge of web programming languages (HTML, XML, ASP, JSP)
• Knowledge of OCR tools
• Experience on DTP work
• Knowledge of video edition and subtitling

Position responsibilities:

• Assess time/material requirements for completion of DTP and formatting tasks
• Fix formatting on translated Word, InDesign, Illustrator and similar formats
• Editing of graphics and charts
• Prepare various file formats and technologies for translation using CAT tools
• Maximize the use of technology in all steps of DTP and formatting
• Provide technical support on DTP matters for production team, sales and other departments

Essential skills and experience required:

• Knowledge on DTP and translation technology
• Superb analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills (English)
• Excellent knowledge of Graphic Design software (Adobe Suite, Quark , etc)
• Desire to work in a fast paced environment and be a team player
• Organized and motivated self-starter with a problem-solving attitude
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Must be flexible with hours to accommodate project deadlines

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
• Experience in customer service
• Experience building relationships with clients and co-workers

Desired Skills

• Some knowledge of web programming languages a plus (HTML, XML, ASP, JSP)
• Knowledge of OCR tools
• Experience on DTP work
• Knowledge of video edition and subtitling