Typesetter - Braga, Portugal

Family Assist; Braga; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Assist in Braga, Portugal seeks a Typesetter to format text and images for books, magazines, and websites. You will select fonts, adjust spacing, and ensure alignment and consistency across documents.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work independently or with a team to meet client requirements. This is a contract position based in Braga.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign preferred).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Prior experience in typesetting is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to legally work in Portugal without sponsorship.
• Must be able to relocate to Braga if not already located there.

Responsibilities

• Format text and images according to project specifications.
• Select appropriate fonts and adjust spacing for readability.
• Ensure proper alignment and consistency throughout the document.
• Collaborate with designers, editors, and clients to meet project requirements.
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines; make revisions based on feedback.

Skills

Formatting text

Font selection

Adobe InDesign

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

InDesign

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Typesetter - Braga, Portugal

As a Typesetter, you will be responsible for formatting and arranging text and images for various print or digital materials such as books, magazines, and websites. This includes selecting fonts, adjusting spacing and margins, and ensuring proper alignment and consistency throughout the document. You will work closely with designers, editors, and clients to produce high-quality publications that meet their specific requirements. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Format text and images according to project specifications
• Select appropriate fonts and adjust spacing for readability
• Ensure proper alignment and consistency throughout the document
• Collaborate with designers, editors, and clients to meet project requirements
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlinesMake necessary revisions based on feedback from team members or clients

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign preferred)
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Prior experience in typesetting is preferred but not required
• Must be able to legally work in Portugal without sponsorship
• Must be able to relocate to Braga if not already located there

Salary: $1600 USD/month (contract position)

Location: Braga, Portugal