DTP / Artwork Operator

Worldwide Positions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Positions is seeking a DTP/Artwork Operator for an East Rand based label printing company. You will prepare print-ready artwork for digital and flexographic production, ensuring accuracy and compliance with print specs.

You will correct client artwork, perform prepress tasks, manage colour, generate proofs, and assist with design work as needed. The role requires strong Mac OS experience and a high level of attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience with print production and digital prepress.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs and tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare print-ready artwork for digital and flexographic production.
• Work with client artwork, applying corrections and layout adjustments.
• Perform typesetting, trapping, bleed, and colour separations.
• Manage colour and ensure artwork meets print specs.
• Carry out imposition, step-and-repeat and template creation.
• Generate electronic proofs and obtain client approvals.
• Produce and check physical proofs for accuracy.
• Assist with design work when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Deadline-driven

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Apple Mac systems

Job description

A well-established label printing company based on the East Rand is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented DTP / Artwork Operator to join its small, dynamic artwork team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing print-ready artwork for both digital and flexographic label production, ensuring files meet the required technical and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and set up print-ready artwork for digital and flexographic production.
• Work with client-supplied artwork, making corrections, additions and layout adjustments.
• Perform typesetting, trapping, bleed and colour separations.
• Manage colour and ensure artwork meets print specifications.
• Carry out imposition, step-and-repeat and template creation for digital print jobs.
• Generate electronic proofs and communicate with clients for approval.
• Produce and check physical proofs for accuracy.
• Ensure all artwork is technically accurate and production-ready.
• Assist with design work when required.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
• Experience working on Apple Mac systems.
• Strong understanding of print production and digital prepress.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs and work to tight deadlines.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Professional, reliable and able to work effectively within a small team.

Advantageous

• Experience with digital presses, particularly the WS 6800 Digital Indigo Press.
• Experience in label printing or packaging.
• Flexographic prepress/repro experience.

This is an urgent role for a start date ASAP