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Job Description: Senior InDesign Template & Automation SpecialistLocation: Noida HO, IndiaExperience Level: 5–12 Years (Senior/Lead Level) Industry: Publishing / EdTech / Content TransformationRole Overview:We are looking for a hybrid publishing expert who bridges the gap between creative design and technical automation. You will be responsible for end-to-end pagination automation, creating robust InDesign templates, and developing scripts to streamline high-volume publishing workflows.Key Responsibilities:1. Template Design & Development· Design complex templates and implement automation to strictly adhere to project specifications.· Analyze creative briefs and manuscripts to produce production-ready prototypes of books, and educational materials.· Ensure all templates are versatile enough to adapt to various document sizes and publication formats.2. Automation & Scripting· Develop and maintain custom scripts (using JavaScript, ExtendScript, or AppleScript) to automate repetitive tasks such as layout adjustments, data merging, and pre-flighting.· Build automated solutions for PDF generation, ensuring high-quality output with auto-alignment of tables, images, and references.· Debug and troubleshoot complex scripts to ensure efficient execution and minimize manual intervention in the publishing process.3. XML/DTD & Data Integration· Evaluate DTDs to ensure data structure compatibility, mapping XML tags to InDesign styles for seamless content import.· Manage data-driven workflows by transforming raw data (XML, JSON, Excel) into styled InDesign layouts.· Collaborate with technical teams to integrate external data sources (via APIs or XML) into the InDesign Server environment for real-time content updates.4. End-to-End Pagination & Quality Control· Manage the full pagination lifecycle, from raw manuscript to final print-ready PDF, ensuring adherence to strict typesetting standards.· Implement accessibility best practices (e.g., tagging for screen readers) to meet global compliance standards.· Establish and execute Quality Control (QC) processes, including automated pre-flight checks, to ensure accuracy in artwork and metadata.Required Skills & Qualifications:Technical Skills:· Adobe Creative Suite: Expert proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat.· Scripting Languages: Strong command of JavaScript and ExtendScript for InDesign automation.· Data Formats: Deep understanding of XML, DTD, XSLT, and JSON workflows.· Publishing Technologies: Experience with InDesign Server, MathType or LaTex euqations, and Pitstop Server (for PDF pre-flighting).Domain Knowledge:· Proven experience in the Publishing/e-Publishing industry in India (STEM, Academic and Elementary and Higher Education).· Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG, PDF).· Experience with basic Microsoft and Google suite and workflow management tools.Soft Skills:· Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot template errors and debug independently.· Communication: Capability to review stakeholder’s inputs and resolve technical queries with across departments.Contact - poorvi.upadhyay@What's only - 7290044009