The Publishing Technology Specialist Limited Term Employee is responsible for creating InDesign materials that meet program-specific styles and requirements for print production. This role will include training on the various processes used throughout the creation and approval of these materials. The Publishing Technology Specialist is expected to produce quality outputs and complete tasks on time, which means overtime may be needed to meet critical deadlines.

Principal Activities

Publishing Processing:  Create InDesign materials using Pearson automation tools Manually adjust layouts in InDesign to meet program-specific styles and requirements Maintain accuracy during the materials creation process to ensure quality outputs and reduce production delays Apply requested edits accurately and maintain alignment across material sets Prepare files for print production Help identify and escalate production issues during processing Processing Time: Process files in a timely manner to meet delivery dates Communicate any delays or issues to the assigned Program Lead  Track work queues throughout the day and maintain contact with Program Lead regarding assignments and priorities Collaboration:  Attend team meetings and program meetings as needed Interact primarily with the assigned Program Lead for main workload and collaborate with the entire team to cover shifting priorities Training:  Complete training on Publishing Technology Specialist processes and program styles/requirements Complete training on JIRA to monitor and transition work through Publishing Workflows Work independently and reference work instructions for general processing needs Position expectations: This is a 4-month position. Regular business hours are expected (8 hours/day, 5 days/week, with a start time between 7 and 9am CST). Manager approved overtime may be available, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet deadlines

Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Experience: 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred Proficient with InDesign, Acrobat, and Excel Comfortable working on a Mac Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Strong organizational and time management skills Strong skills for file delivery to print Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to communicate, in writing, precisely and effectively Ability to handle a high volume of work with competing deadlines