DTP Specialist US based

About LILT

LILT was founded by Spence and John, who met at Google working on Google Translate and saw the need for better AI-powered translation in the enterprise. Since 2015, LILT has focused on building cutting-edge language technology, investing early in Large Language Models to improve translation quality and meet the demands of global organizations.

Today, LILT’s Contextual AI Engine, Connector APIs, and Human Adaptive Feedback deliver accurate, nuanced translation across text, video, and speech in 100+ languages. Integrated with 100+ business systems, LILT helps enterprises scale global growth and deliver seamless multilingual experiences. We are trusted by Intel Corporation, Canva, the United States Department of Defense, the United States Air Force, ASICS, and hundreds of global Enterprises. LILT is backed by visionary investors including Intel Capital, Sequoia Capital, and Redpoint.

The Production Team at LILT

LILT’s Production Team is a global workforce, operating across four continents. We are passionate about localization and making information accessible to all. The Team spans project management, program management, quality, and talent management, working with some of the world’s largest organizations.

Working in LILT’s Production Team you will have access to leading tools, collaborative teammates, and opportunities to make a real impact.

Where You’ll Work

This is a contract position based out of Argentina

Authorization to work in Argentina is a precondition of employment.

What You’ll Do

• Formatting and Layout: Apply design and formatting to translated content across various languages, ensuring consistency with the source document and client specifications.
• File Preparation: Prepare files for translation by extracting and formatting content in required formats, including InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and others.
• Localization: Adapt and localize visual elements such as images, graphs, charts, and documents to fit target languages and regional requirements.
• Software Utilization: Use DTP tools such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, FrameMaker, QuarkXPress, or other desktop publishing software to produce high-quality localized documents.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct detailed QA checks to ensure the final output is free of errors, adheres to client guidelines, and meets industry standards.
• Troubleshooting: Resolve issues related to fonts, layout, image compatibility, and other design aspects that may arise due to language changes or technical constraints.
• Collaboration: Work closely with translators, project managers, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of content into the final design.
• Version Control: Maintain organized records of multiple versions of the same document to ensure accuracy in project delivery.
• File Conversion: Convert between different file formats as required by the project, maintaining fidelity to the original layout.
• Communication: Provide clear communication regarding design adjustments, limitations, and timelines with internal teams and clients.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in desktop publishing, preferably in an LSP or localization environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in DTP tools such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Microsoft Office, and other relevant software.
• Attention to Detail: Keen eye for visual design and layout consistency, ensuring high-quality, error-free output.
• Language Skills: Experience working with multilingual content and an understanding of language-specific DTP challenges (e.g., character spacing, right-to-left text, non-Latin scripts).
• File Management: Proficiency in handling and organizing multiple file types, formats, and large datasets.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues related to formatting and design.
• Time Management: Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Education: Degree or certification in Graphic Design, Desktop Publishing, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Localization Knowledge: Familiarity with translation memory tools such as SDL Trados Studio, memoQ, or Wordfast.
• International Experience: Previous experience working on projects with multilingual and multicultural elements.
• Multilingual Skills: Fluency in additional languages is a plus, though not required.

LILT in the News

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• AI Day Spring 2025 Webinar "Revolutionizing Content with AI Agents."
• LILT's co-founder John Denero, and employees Joern Wuebker and Thomas Zenkel, were approved for U.S. Patent for their neural word alignment process, significantly advances machine translation by preserving formatting accuracy.
• Check out all our news on our website.

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At LILT, we are committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent hiring process. As part of our recruitment efforts, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) and automated tools to assist in the evaluation of applications, including résumé screening, assessment scoring, and interview analysis. These tools are designed to support human decision-making and help us identify qualified candidates efficiently and objectively. All final hiring decisions are made by people. If you have any concerns, require accommodations, or would like to opt-out of the use of AI in our hiring process, please let us know at recruiting@lilt.com.

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