[Hiring] Desktop Publishing Specialist @Apertera

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Desktop Publishing Specialist to prepare, reconstruct, and finalize multilingual documents. You will turn complex source files into clean, editable files for translation and produce accurate, client-ready deliverables. This role suits someone who enjoys solving difficult formatting problems and improving how the work gets done.

• Prepare Word, PDF, PowerPoint, and InDesign files for translation, including clean, structured files for CAT tools such as Phrase.
• Reconstruct PDF content in Word using editable text, real tables, styles, automatic numbering, cross-references, tables of contents, and appropriate section breaks.
• Format translated files while accounting for text expansion, multilingual typography, fonts, and client style requirements.
• Perform detailed DTP quality checks against the source, including content, tables, figures, headings, page layout, headers and footers, links, and visual consistency.
• Prepare final client-ready files in the required formats and support troubleshooting throughout the project.
• Contribute to templates, work instructions, macros, and other improvements that increase quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least four years of professional DTP experience in a translation or localization environment.
• Expert-level Microsoft Word skills, including complex document structure and troubleshooting.
• Advanced Adobe Acrobat Pro and Microsoft Excel skills; working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and PowerPoint.
• Experience with PDF-to-Word reconstruction, editable tables, font management, and formatting quality assurance.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines while working closely with Project Managers and other production teams.
• Professional proficiency in English and French is required.

Nice to Haves

• Microsoft Word VBA & Macros experience
• AI & Process Automation
• Photoshop & Illustrator
• Right-to-Left (RTL) language formatting

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Including complementary therapies and support for your overall well-being.
• Your Birthday Off: We celebrate your special day!
• 6 Personal/Sick Days: Take the time you need for your health or life’s unexpected moments.
• Learning & Growth Opportunities: Training and resources tailored to your role and department.
• Supportive & Collaborative Team Culture: Work alongside team members who genuinely have your back.
• Team Recognition & Action Awards: Celebrate wins and contributions in meaningful ways.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for bringing amazing talent to our team.