Reference: TQ2425_2141_449
Vacancy: 1
Job title: Desktop Publisher
Location: Leicester
Job Purpose:
TESTQ Technologies is an IT services and Solutions Company whose offerings span over a variety of industry sectors with strong technical, domain, and process expertise helping clients grow their businesses and decrease operational costs on a continuous basis in an ever-changing business environment.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Desktop Publisher to design, format, and produce high-quality documents and materials for print and digital distribution. You will collaborate with designers, writers, marketers, and other stakeholders to ensure visually appealing and brand-compliant output across various media. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for layout, excellent technical skills, and a strong sense of aesthetics and accuracy.
Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities):
- Create and format documents such as brochures, reports, newsletters, manuals, presentations, and marketing materials using desktop publishing software.
- Ensure consistency in layout, typography, branding, and visual hierarchy across all produced materials.
- Collaborate with writers, editors, graphic designers, and marketing teams to bring content to life through effective design and formatting.
- Convert content between formats (e.g., Word to InDesign, PowerPoint to PDF) while preserving design and layout integrity.
- Prepare print-ready and web-optimized files that meet technical specifications and quality standards.
- Review and correct layouts for errors in spelling, grammar, style, or formatting before final output.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
- Maintain a library of templates, style guides, and branding assets for consistency and efficiency.
- Work with external print vendors or digital platforms when necessary to manage the final output process.
- Stay updated on desktop publishing trends, design tools, and best practices to enhance productivity and visual impact.
Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed [The candidate must demonstrate these in all stages of assessment]
- Proven experience as a Desktop Publisher, Production Artist, or in a similar role up to 3 to 5 years.
- Strong proficiency in desktop publishing software, particularly Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and PowerPoint) for formatting corporate or business documents.
- Excellent understanding of layout principles, typography, color theory, and design standards.
- Ability to follow branding and style guidelines with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Familiarity with prepress and print production processes, including bleed, trim, and color profile settings.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
- Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to troubleshoot document formatting issues and provide quick, creative solutions.
- Experience in creating accessible documents (508 compliance or WCAG standards).
- Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, SharePoint, or Adobe Experience Manager.
- Knowledge of HTML/CSS for creating digital materials or web content.
- Experience working in corporate communications, education, publishing, or government environments.
- Understanding of multilingual publishing or working with translated/localized content.
- Exposure to project management tools like Trello, Asana, or Jira.
Other Key skills:
- Good analytical and Problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills
- A thorough approach and Self starter
- Focus on quality and delivery
- Working together in teams.
- Leadership and effective decision making.
- Flexible Attitude
- Excellent customer service
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or above in the UK or Equivalent.
Salary: GBP 44000 to GBP 55000 per annum
Published Date: 01 October 2025
Closing Date: 30 October 2025
Evaluation: CV Review, Technical Test, Personal and Technical Interview and References
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent [Part time and Fixed Term option is available]
