Production Specialist

Key Skills:

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work extensively with files in Adobe InDesign and Acrobat, ensuring fidelity for assigned projects.
• Create and manage illustrations and photos using Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Build InDesign templates and develop Style Guide documentation.
• Update book files and create new pages based on supplied manuscripts.
• Read, understand, and apply information from Style Guides.
• Ensure compliance with copyright and public domain material usage.
• Support metadata collection and file structure for content re-purposing.
• Apply and maintain accessibility features according to guidelines and best practices, including PDF remediation and InDesign accessibility.
• Attend project meetings, documenting and following up on actions and decisions.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors, vendors, and internal teams to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to best practices and maintain appropriate documentation.

Skills Required:

• Strong expertise in Print & Digital production
• Hands-on experience with Adobe InDesign (including accessibility features)
• Proficiency in PDF Remediation and InDesign accessibility
• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Knowledge of Typesetting principles
• Attention to detail with Style Guide adherence
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to ensure copyright compliance and manage metadata for re-purposing

Education: