Desktop Publisher
| Posting date: | 01 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £44,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 October 2025 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | TESTQ TECHNOLOGIES LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TQ2425_2141_449 |
Summary
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]
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]