Typesetter, Publishing Division

Atlantic Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd.; Central Delhi; On-site; INR 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd. invites applications for a full-time Typesetter in the Publishing Division at Central Delhi.

You will lay out and format books according to house style, ensuring readability and producing print-ready files. You will review proofs, fix layout and typographical errors, and collaborate with editors, designers, and production staff to meet deadlines. Proficiency with InDesign, accurate typing, and basic pre-press knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Typesetting and Adobe InDesign.
• Typing with high accuracy for manuscripts and corrections.
• Customer service and stakeholder communication with internal teams and partners.
• Background in Education, Publishing, Printing, or related field desirable.
• Diploma or degree in Publishing, Graphic Design, Printing Technology, or related discipline.
• Ability to follow style guides, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Familiarity with PDF editors and MS Office; basic pre-press and print production knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Layout and formatting of books and publications according to house style.
• Prepare print-ready files and manage proofs.
• Collaborate with editors, designers and production staff to meet timelines.
• Review proofs, correct layout and typographical errors, maintain version control.
• Support process improvements and uphold quality for print and digital outputs.

Skills

Typesetting

Typing accuracy

Customer communication

Project management

Pre-press knowledge

Follow style guides

Publish workflow

Education

Diploma or degree in Publishing/Graphic Design/Printing Technology

Tools

Adobe InDesign

PDF editors

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Atlantic Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd., established in 1977, is a leading Indian organization known for quality academic, professional, and general publishing. The company is also a major distributor of books from top global publishers in Science & Technology, Management, Humanities, and Social Sciences, with a catalogue of over 50,000 titles. With offices and warehouses in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu spanning more than 100,000 sq ft, Atlantic serves a wide network of universities, institutes, libraries, and booksellers across India. A team of over 100 trained professionals manages distribution, customer service, sales, marketing, editorial, and publishing operations while leveraging cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity and quality. The company follows strong ethical business practices and has built long-term credibility and trust with both customers and business partners.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Typesetter role based in the Publishing Division at Central Delhi. The Typesetter will be responsible for laying out and formatting books and other publications according to house style and design standards, ensuring accuracy, readability, and visual consistency. Daily tasks include setting and adjusting text, headings, tables, and images; preparing print-ready files; and collaborating with editors, designers, and production staff to meet project timelines. The role involves reviewing proofs, correcting layout and typographical errors, and maintaining version control for multiple projects. The Typesetter will also support process improvements, follow established workflows, and uphold quality benchmarks for both print and digital outputs.

Qualifications

• Strong typesetting and layout skills, including hands-on experience with Typesetting and Adobe InDesign.
• Proficient Typing skills with high accuracy and attention to detail for handling manuscripts and corrections.
• Customer Service and stakeholder communication skills to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Background in Education, Publishing, Printing, or a related field is desirable.
• Relevant academic qualification such as a diploma or degree in Publishing, Graphic Design, Printing Technology, or a related discipline.
• Ability to follow style guides, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Familiarity with other publishing tools (e.g., PDF editors, MS Office) and basic understanding of pre-press and print production processes is an advantage.