InDesign Compositor (Typesetter)

About the role

Handles typesetting and book layout based on client specifications and requirements. Performs proofreading, corrections, and quality checks to ensure accurate and consistent output. Experienced in novels, children's books, academic texts, and non-standardized publications. Knowledgeable in book production processes, including template creation, preflight, printer PDF, and prepress checks.

Key responsibilities

• Handle typesetting and book layout based on client specifications and requirements
• Perform proofreading, corrections, and quality checks to ensure accurate and consistent output
• Work with novels, children's books, academic texts, and non-standardized publications
• Execute book production processes, including template creation, preflight, printer PDF, and prepress checks

About you

• 1+ year of relevant experience, preferably in publishing
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign and Acrobat; Illustrator/Photoshop is a plus
• Strong knowledge of typography, layouts, and book production
• Familiar with InDesign features: INDB, TOC, Indexing, Cross References, Footnotes/Endnotes, and Text Variables
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Flexible with different book layouts and formats