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About the role

  • Desktop Publishing Specialist preparing and quality-checking multilingual documents for Apertera, a Canadian language-solutions provider. Reconstructing PDFs and producing client-ready translated files.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare Word, PDF, PowerPoint, and InDesign files for translation, including clean, structured files for CAT tools such as Phrase.
  • Reconstruct PDF content in Word using editable text, real tables, styles, automatic numbering, cross-references, tables of contents, and appropriate section breaks.
  • Format translated files while accounting for text expansion, multilingual typography, fonts, and client style requirements.
  • Perform detailed DTP quality checks against the source, including content, tables, figures, headings, page layout, headers and footers, links, and visual consistency.
  • Prepare final client-ready files in required formats and support troubleshooting throughout projects.
  • Contribute to templates, work instructions, macros, and other improvements that increase quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborate closely with Project Managers and other production teams.

Requirements

  • At least four years of professional DTP experience in a translation or localization environment.
  • Expert-level Microsoft Word skills, including complex document structure and troubleshooting.
  • Advanced Adobe Acrobat Pro and Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with PDF-to-Word reconstruction, editable tables, font management, and formatting quality assurance.
  • Strong judgment and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines while working closely with Project Managers and other production teams.
  • Professional proficiency in English and French is required.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance: Including vision, dental, complementary therapies, and support for your overall well-being.
  • Your Birthday Off
  • 6 Personal/Sick Days
  • Work-Ready Equipment provided upon request
  • Learning & Growth Opportunities: Training and resources tailored to your role and department.
  • Supportive & Collaborative Team Culture
  • Team Recognition & Action Awards
  • Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for bringing amazing talent to our team.

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

RemoteCanada

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