ITP
Media Group is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Print Production
Coordinator with magazine print production experience to join its team based in
Dubai supporting the Business and Consumer departments.
The Print Production Coordinator will manage the end-to-end
magazine print production process, ensuring each issue meets the highest
quality standards and achieves timely delivery to retail. This role entails
close collaboration with editorial, commercial, and design teams, overseeing
content and advertising requirements, production schedules, and coordinating
with printers and vendors to ensure flawless execution and operational
efficiency.
Requirements
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Independently collaborate with editorial, commercial, and design
teams to ensure timely delivery of publications while maintaining the highest
quality 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.
- Ensure
compliance with brand guidelines while reviewing editorial layouts, commercial
advertisements, and special operation materials, addressing pagination,
formatting, and overall print quality to meet publication standards.
- Perform comprehensive production quality inspections, including
prepress validation, colour accuracy and profiling, registration precision, and
binding integrity.
- 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.
- Solid
understanding of magazine print production workflows from pre-press to
post-press, with in-depth knowledge of signatures and assembly processes.
- Knowledge
of colour management, proofing standards, and print quality control.
- Well-versed in paper stocks,
binding methods, and finishing processes, with practical knowledge of their
impact on print quality, durability, and overall magazine production standards.
- Knowledge
of catalogue production using XML big data in Adobe InDesign to automate page
creation and layout.
- Excellent
communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with editorial,
design, and commercial teams.
- 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-8pm / 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.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN CANDIDATES
- Detail-Oriented – pays close
attention to all aspects of publishing work to ensure accuracy, consistency,
and high-quality output.
- Curious & Proactive – stays updated on
industry trends, new printing techniques, and continuously seeks to improve
production processes.
- Energetic & Committed – brings a
positive, can-do attitude to meet tight deadlines and high-volume production
cycles.
- Team Player – communicates
effectively and collaborates with editorial, design, commercial, and print
vendor teams.
- Accountable – takes ownership
of assigned tasks, ensuring production schedules and quality standards are
consistently met.
- Flexible & Adaptable – responds well to
changing priorities and feedback while maintaining accuracy.
Skills Required
- Diploma or degree in Printing Technology or a related discipline
- 3-5 years of experience in print production or a publishing environment
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat Pro
- Experience with magazine print production workflows from pre-press through post-press
- Knowledge of signatures and assembly processes
- Knowledge of color management, proofing standards, and print quality control
- Knowledge of paper stocks, binding methods, and finishing processes
- Knowledge of catalog production using XML data in Adobe InDesign
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Ability to work flexible shifts and extended hours as needed
- Basic design skills
What We Do
ITP Media Group is a media company reaching audiences across the Middle East and beyond through websites, portals, social media platforms, events, conferences, award ceremonies, magazines, books, and a social media influencers agency. Its content operations span digital publications, podcasts, and video series, with a focus on developing engaging, authoritative content and driving digital traffic and transformation across its publications.
