Print Production Specialist, IEEE

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Job Description: Discover your future as part of the IEEE team!

IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community to innovate for a better tomorrow through highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities. IEEE is the trusted “voice” for engineering, computing, and technology information around the globe.

We’re currently in need of a Print Production Specialist to layout magazine pages and perform other production chores for the print and online editions of IEEE Spectrum. In this role, the incumbent will work closely with the staff to develop solutions from concept to completion utilizing current graphic design technology. Will also work closely with Advertising Production team in creating recruitment advertising.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Page layout and design of IEEE Spectrum templated department stories including Back Story, Masthead-Contributors, Big Picture, and Past Forward.

  • Identify and address potential production and technical issues.

  • Review digital color proofs and provide approval and/or feedback to Senior Art Director and printer.

  • Prepare content for both the Spectrum and Institute Online in XML format.

  • Prepare and supply Spectrum Magazine for Xplore and maintain a Spectrum PDF and Institute archive.

  • Prepare and supply both Spectrum and The Institute for the full Qiosk/Qmags online subscription service.

  • Attend art meetings for The Institute typically at the NYC office.

  • Prepare and upload all pages to printer’s portal. Serve as Spectrum’s liaison to printer and work with printer on correcting prepress issues.

  • Create, manage, and distribute pdf page proofs to staff for review.

Job Requirements:

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in graphic design, publishing or related field.

  • 4 – 7 years’ experience in publication production processes.

  • 4 – 7 years’ experience with color correction, retouching, silhouetting and preparing images for online and mobile applications.

  • 4 – 7 years’ experience with Adobe Creative Suite.

  • 2 – 4 years’ experience in Microsoft Word, Google Docs and Slack.

  • Working knowledge of RGB to CMYK print process and the transition between digital to print color.

  • Demonstrated understanding of typography and grid-based design work.

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to collaborate and maintain effective relationships.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while working on multiple projects.

View the full job description and submit your resume at: https://ieee.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=220080&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

NO THIRD PARTIES PLEASE.

For information on work demands and conditions required for this position, please consult the reference document, “Physical, Mental, and Work Environment Standards for IEEE Positions.” This position is classified under [Category I—Office Position].

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Type of Job: graphic design, publishing

City: New York

State/Country: NY

Duration: Full Time

Company: IEEE

About Our Company: IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community to innovate for a better tomorrow through highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities. IEEE is the trusted “voice” for engineering, computing, and technology information around the globe.

How to Apply: View the full job description and submit your resume at: https://ieee.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=220080&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York