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      DTP Art Director

      Remuneration:market-related 
      Location:Cape Town
      Job level:Junior/Mid
      Type:Contract
      Reference:#CH67a
      Company:ninety9cents

      Overview

      A DTP Art Director at 99c is a skilled publishing artist, responsible for executing product-and-price campaigns across a variety of media.

      Responsibilities:

      Layout ability

      • Produce layouts, utilising approved campaign templates, as well as product and price data and imagery from the agency’s integrated workflow database tools.
      • Strict adherence to all necessary formatting, including sizes, typographic rules, column widths, kerning, styling and all other layout specifics and particulars as required.
      • Selecting, utilising and checking of all colours against brand guidelines, Cis and campaign toolkits.

      Technical skills

      • Utilise agency’s licensed DTP software (Adobe Creative Suite, primarily Adobe InDesign) to produce advertising layouts.
      • Make use of the 99c workflow management system (Workbook) to action briefs; receive and communicate job-related information; manage timesheets; etc.
      • Utilise client-managed RMS (Retail Management System) software to complete all necessary DTP outputs via approved systems, processes and workflows, with all necessary work managed within the RMS ecosystem.

      Process management

      • Meet all deadlines, including tight turnarounds at times, never shirking responsibility or delaying workflow process.
      • Fully understand and adhere to agency DTP processes and systems for communication, circulation, Finished Art checks, and disking.
      • Understand and adhere to the full Finished Art handover checklist, ensuring all jobs move systematically through the approved Finished Art process, and never skipping or missing any steps within the workflow.

      Attention to detail

      • A well above average, unwavering focus on the minutiae, never settling for anything less than 100% accuracy.
      • Ensure all product details (including descriptions, pricing, SKUs, and specifications) are accurately presented and aligned with the latest client or retailer data.
      • Double-check all pricing and promotional offers to ensure they are correct and up to date across all layouts.
      • Maintain a uniform structure and consistent visual hierarchy in product and price layouts to enhance readability and ensure a seamless customer experience.
      • Pay careful attention to the placement of product images, pricing, and copy to ensure clarity and alignment with brand guidelines.
      • Review all product and price layouts meticulously for any typographical errors, inconsistent font usage, or incorrect price displays.
      • Confirm that the pricing format, currency symbols, and discount details are consistent across all products and promotional materials to avoid confusion or mistakes.

      Qualifications

      • Diploma in Desktop Publishing or Art Direction is highly beneficial.

      Experience

      • Minimum of two years’ experience as a DTP Artist working as a DTP Art Director within an advertising agency, production bureau, or digital environment.

      Desired skills

      • Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office and MacOS proficiency.
      • Proficiency in Figma is an advantage.
      • Experience in working in retail business is an advantage.
      • Attention to detail – The utmost care and attention to detail is required throughout the entire layout process.
      • Thoroughness and determination to complete all tasks professionally, methodically and to the best of your ability.
      • Excellent written and spoken communication and organisational skills.
      • Dependable, reliable, and responsible for own actions and outcomes within broader team.
      • A willingness to take initiative, assume responsibility for producing great quality work under pressure.
      • Able to work well and remain calm under pressure.
      • Must be able to follow instructions, and to work both independently as well as with other teammates.
      • Comfortable working beyond regular office hours and/or over weekends from time to time.
      • Flexible, motivated, and willing to go the extra mile.
      • Excellent time management and organisational skills.
      • Solutions-driven, with the ability to think logically and methodically within clearly defined processes.

      Personal attributes

      • Team player with the ability to collaborate with broader teams.
      • Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
      • Creative, out-of-the-box thinker.
      • People-focused, approachable, dependable, emotionally intelligent, empathetic and compassionate.
      • Proactive and resilient.
      • Deadline and solution-driven.


      Posted on 28 Mar 10:51, Closing date 26 Apr

      Ninety9cents
      A leading full-service communications agency, known for seamlessly delivering impactful solutions with unparalleled retail expertise. From strategy to execution across all media types, 99c is the trusted partner for brands navigating the complexities of advertising and marketing.
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