Senior Field DTP Specialist — Print & Digital Artwork

SavageOne Pty Ltd; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

SavageOne Pty Ltd in Boksburg seeks a Senior Field DTP Operator to produce high-quality layouts for retail leaflets and digital media. You will ensure artwork aligns with CI, maintains print-ready standards, and supports production teams across multiple formats.

The ideal candidate has a tertiary DTP qualification and at least 10 years in DTP for print and digital media, with strong prepress and CMYK knowledge.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Desktop Publishing (DTP) or related design field.
• Minimum 10 years experience in DTP design/layout for print and digital media.
• Strong understanding of the printing and digital production processes.

Responsibilities

• Receive and interpret briefs from clients accurately.
• Create artwork for print and digital media according to brand CI guidelines.
• Ensure correct image resolution, spreads, and bleed settings for production.
• Collaborate with Repro or Technical Teams to determine DTP job requirements.
• Verify accuracy of content and technical details before beginning design work.
• Produce and proof artwork to specifications, resolving errors and applying corrections until final approval.
• Conduct electronic checks for colour separations, overprints, and technical issues.
• Identify potential print problems and advise relevant teams accordingly.
• Deliver excellent internal and external customer service.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Deadline-driven

Team player

Education

Tertiary qualification in Desktop Publishing (DTP) or related design field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Apple Mac platform knowledge

Retail leaflets & POS materials

Prepress & 300dpi CMYK output

Job description

SavageOne Pty Ltd in Boksburg seeks a Senior Field DTP Operator to produce high-quality layouts for retail leaflets and digital media. You will ensure artwork aligns with CI, maintains print-ready standards, and supports production teams across multiple formats.

The ideal candidate has a tertiary DTP qualification and at least 10 years in DTP for print and digital media, with strong prepress and CMYK knowledge.