Taking the time to develop deep, long-lasting relationships with our clients and fully engage in their businesses has stood us in good stead, often leading to our own organic growth, starting with one brand and gaining others from within a client’s group portfolio. So too have the lessons we’ve learned, the systems we’ve implemented, the structures we’ve developed and the culture we’ve created; all of which allow us to provide creative solutions for a wide variety of clients across many fields. The proof? Today, we’re almost 300-staff strong and still growing.
Produce layouts, utilizing 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, utilizing and checking of all colors against brand guidelines, Cis and campaign toolkits Technical Skills
Utilize 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.
Utilize 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
Reviewing the teams work and providing feedback
Managing email reviews (This including supplier links for checks) ensuring the artwork received passes our checklist for briefing
Conducting interview process with the reporting line manager to ensure candidates pass our requierments
Conducting exams for new candidates before onboardin
Responsible for all training and upskilling for new staff
Ensuring our price point production document is always updated
Escalating poor performances based on reviews to reporting manager to document
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
Requirements
Qualifications
Diploma in Desktop Publishing or Art Direction is highly beneficial Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a DTP Artist working as a DTP Group Head or Team lead 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 on 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, 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 to work 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 organizational skills
Solutions-driven, with 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
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