Production Coordinator ITP Media Group

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently work with editorial and commercial teams on a day-to-day basis, managing flat plan changes and advertising requirements to meet magazine issue deadlines and print standards.
• Coordinate end-to-end magazine print production workflows across pre-press, press, and post-press to ensure timely and accurate publication.
• Prepare and validate print-ready files, conducting pre-flight checks to ensure compliance with magazine specifications and printer requirements.
• Review editorial layouts and commercial advertisements, resolving issues related to pagination, formatting, and overall print quality.
• Conduct detailed production quality checks, including layout alignment, image resolution, colour consistency, bleed, trim, and binding accuracy.
• Manage and track issue-based production schedules, maintaining flat plans and production trackers to ensure clear visibility across teams.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (editorial, design, commercial) and external printers and vendors to ensure smooth communication and execution.
• Support peak magazine production cycles and press deadlines, including flexibility to work shifts and extended hours during closing periods.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro) and MS Office.
• Strong understanding of magazine print production workflows from pre-press to post-press.
• Knowledge of colour management, proofing standards, and print quality control.
• Familiarity with paper stocks, binding methods, and finishing processes used in magazine publishing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with editorial, design, and commercial teams.
• Knowledge of catalogue production using XML data in Adobe InDesign to automate page creation and layout.
• Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality production standards.
• Basic designing skills are an added advantage
• Ability to work flexible shift Monday to Friday 11am-8am / 12pm-9pm and extended hours as needed

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or degree in Printing Technology or related disciplines is required.
• 3 5 years of experience in print production or a publishing environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign; working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat Pro.