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TESTQ TECHNOLOGIES LTD; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 36.000 - 51.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

TESTQ Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented Desktop Publisher to design, format, and produce high-quality documents for print and digital distribution, using both traditional desktop publishing software and modern AI-assisted design tools. You will collaborate with designers, writers, marketers, and other stakeholders to ensure visually appealing and brand-compliant output across various media.

The ideal candidate has strong layout skills, fluency with AI-assisted design tools, and

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as a Desktop Publisher, Production Artist, or similar role.
• Strong proficiency with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat Pro.
• Experience with web/max formats, branding guidelines and accessibility basics.

Aufgaben

• Create and format documents such as brochures, reports, newsletters, manuals, presentations, and marketing materials.
• Ensure consistency in layout, typography, branding, and visual hierarchy across materials.
• Collaborate with writers, editors, designers, and marketing teams to bring content to life through design.
• Convert content between formats (Word to InDesign, PowerPoint to PDF, Figma to web-ready assets).
• Prepare print-ready and web-optimised files meeting technical specifications and quality standards.
• Review layouts for spelling, grammar, style, or formatting errors before final output.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
• Maintain templates, style guides, and branding assets including reusable components.
• Work with external print vendors or digital platforms to manage final output.
• Use generative AI tools to accelerate layout variations while ensuring brand licensing compliance.
• Stay updated on desktop publishing trends, AI design tools, and best practices.

Kenntnisse

Desktop publishing

Typography

Branding and style guides

Time management

Collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree or above in UK or equivalent

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Acrobat Pro

Figma

Canva

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

HTML/CSS basics

Jobbeschreibung

TESTQ Technologies is an IT services and Solutions Company whose offerings span over a variety of industry sectors with strong technical, domain, and process expertise helping clients grow their businesses and decrease operational costs on a continuous basis in an ever-changing business environment.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Desktop Publisher to design, format, and produce high-quality documents and materials for print and digital distribution, using both traditional desktop publishing software and modern AI-assisted design tools. You will collaborate with designers, writers, marketers, and other stakeholders to ensure visually appealing and brand-compliant output across various media. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for layout, excellent technical skills, comfort with AI-powered production tools, and a strong sense of aesthetics and accuracy.

Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities)

• Create and format documents such as brochures, reports, newsletters, manuals, presentations, and marketing materials using desktop publishing software.
• Ensure consistency in layout, typography, branding, and visual hierarchy across all produced materials.
• Collaborate with writers, editors, graphic designers, and marketing teams to bring content to life through effective design and formatting.
• Convert content between formats (e.g., Word to InDesign, PowerPoint to PDF, Figma to web-ready assets) while preserving design and layout integrity.
• Prepare print-ready and web-optimised files that meet technical specifications and quality standards.
• Review and correct layouts for errors in spelling, grammar, style, or formatting before final output.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
• Maintain a library of templates, style guides, and branding assets - including reusable Figma/Canva component libraries - for consistency and efficiency.
• Work with external print vendors or digital platforms when necessary to manage the final output process.
• Use generative AI tools responsibly to accelerate layout variations, image generation/cleanup, and copy-fit iterations, while ensuring brand and licensing compliance.
• Stay updated on desktop publishing trends, AI design tools, and best practices to enhance productivity and visual impact.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed [The candidate must demonstrate these in all stages of assessment]

• Proven experience as a Desktop Publisher, Production Artist, or in a similar role up to 3 to 5 years.
• Strong proficiency in desktop publishing software, particularly Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro.
• Working knowledge of collaborative and web-based design platforms such as Figma, Canva (including Magic Studio), and Affinity Publisher.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted design and generation tools such as Adobe Firefly (Generative Fill), Canva Magic Design, or comparable generative AI image/layout tools, and an understanding of their commercial-use and licensing considerations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and PowerPoint) for formatting corporate or business documents.
• Excellent understanding of layout principles, typography, color theory, and design standards.
• Ability to follow branding and style guidelines with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with prepress and print production processes, including bleed, trim, and color profile settings.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot document formatting issues and provide quick, creative solutions.
• Experience creating accessible documents in line with WCAG 2.2 and Section 508 compliance standards.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, SharePoint, or Adobe Experience Manager.
• Working knowledge of HTML/CSS for creating and troubleshooting digital materials or web content.
• Basic motion/video content skills (e.g., Adobe Express, Canva video, or AI video tools such as Synthesia) for multi-format digital campaigns is an advantage.
• Experience working in corporate communications, education, publishing, or government environments.
• Understanding of multilingual publishing or working with translated/localised content.
• Exposure to project management and asset version-control tools like Trello, Asana, Jira, or Figma version history.

Other Key skills:

• Good analytical and Problem-solving skills
• A thorough approach and Self starter
• Focus on quality and delivery
• Working together in teams.
• Leadership and effective decision making.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or above in the UK or Equivalent.

Salary:

GBP 31300 to GBP 43800 per annum

Published Date:

01 September 2026

Closing Date:

30 September 2026

Evaluation:

CV Review, Technical Test, Personal and Technical Interview and References

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent [Part time and Fixed Term option is available]