Mid-weight DTP operators

SavageOne Pty Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

SavageOne Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled Mid-weight DTP Operator to join our team in Cape Town and Durban. You will prepare layouts and artwork for print and digital production, ensuring accuracy and consistency with brand guidelines.

Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of DTP experience, strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and a portfolio demonstrating pre-press and artwork preparation. The role involves collaboration with designers and production teams to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven experience as a DTP Operator in an agency, publishing, or corporate environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Strong understanding of print production processes
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong time management and communication skills
• A portfolio showcasing DTP or artwork preparation work is required

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and finalise artwork across various media (print & digital)
• Ensure all work meets technical production specifications
• Perform layout corrections, versioning, and updates to existing files
• Maintain consistency in layout, typography, and colour accuracy
• Work collaboratively with designers, traffic managers, and production teams
• Manage workflow efficiently to meet tight deadlines and multiple deliverables
• Pre-flight files and prepare print-ready documents
• Quality-check final artwork before handoff to printers or clients

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Multitasking

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

We are looking for skilled and detail-oriented Mid-weight DTP (Desktop Publishing) Operators to join our team in Cape Town and Durban. As a DTP Operator, you will play a critical role in preparing layouts and artwork for print and digital production, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high-quality output in line with brand and client guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, format, and finalise artwork across various media (print & digital)

Ensure all work meets technical production specifications

Perform layout corrections, versioning, and updates to existing files

Maintain consistency in layout, typography, and colour accuracy

Work collaboratively with designers, traffic managers, and production teams

Manage workflow efficiently to meet tight deadlines and multiple deliverables

Pre-flight files and prepare print-ready documents

Quality-check final artwork before handoff to printers or clients

Requirements

3-5 years of proven experience as a DTP Operator in an agency, publishing, or corporate environment

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)

Strong understanding of print production processes and standards

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong time management and communication skills

A portfolio showcasing DTP or artwork preparation work is required

Bonus Skills (Advantageous)

Experience with digital publishing tools or web-ready artwork

Knowledge of packaging design or retail POS artwork

Familiarity with pre-press, colour management, and proofing processes