We are hiring a Desktop Publishing (DTP) Operator
to join our team at
Applied Colours Pte Ltd
. If you have a meticulous
eye for detail
, expert layout skills, and a strong background in preparing files for high-quality
commercial printing and packaging
, we want you.
Role Overview
As our DTP Operator, you will play a crucial role in our production pipeline. You will transform design concepts into flawless, production-ready files, ensuring that color accuracy, structural packaging layouts, and print specifications perfectly align with our commercial printing standards.
️ Key Responsibilities
Prepare print-ready layouts
for diverse commercial print jobs and specialized packaging projects.
Perform precise colour correction
, image retouching, and CMYK profiling to ensure vibrant, accurate print outputs.
Manage packaging dielines
, bleeds, folds, margins, and structural formatting.
Review and pre-flight
final layouts carefully to eliminate formatting, structural, or typographical errors before production.
Convert and optimize
complex files across various digital formats for high-volume printing presses.
Skills & Qualifications
Experience
: Minimum 2+ years of proven experience as a DTP Operator, preferably within the commercial printing or packaging industry.
Software Mastery
: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically
InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
.
Technical Skills
: Deep understanding of
colour correction (RGB to CMYK conversion, dot gain, color profiles)
, pre-press requirements, and structural packaging layouts.
Traits
: Sharp attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive under tight production deadlines.
What We Offer
Competitive salary package.
A dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative production environment.
Opportunities to work with cutting-edge commercial print and packaging technology.
APPLIED COLOURS PTE LTD (ACPL) is a young but experienced printing company that focus and provide distinct products, services, markets, and opportunities but manage by a team of professional each with at least 20 years of experience in the industry.
We are different from the standard printing vendor. We upkeep the ACPL values and culture and offer our clients, a vendor who is a partner, who is going to work for them and with them to obtain the product and service they want. Our setup and ability translate into confidence for the consumer and a starting point towards developing long-term relationships and trust.