Control Point Team Member

Prioritizes work flow. CORE

Materials are sent to prepress and creative departments in a timely manner so that work flows to other departments in accordance with deadlines.

Tracks status of all ads throughout the ad processing cycle. CORE

Team member knows where an ads can be located at any step in the process and can provide information to salesperson, customer or others as to the status of all ads.

Checks accuracy of ad layout and insertion information. Ensures all orders are legible and complete. Ensures all elements and copy have been provided by salespeople and is legible. CORE

Instructions are clear, legible and complete. Confirms instructions with sales person if there are any questions.

Paginates various products as assigned. CORE

Products are paginated with type and display ads properly placed in correct sequences. Folios are correct for proper sections. Proofs and color ads are checked and sent to the appropriate parties. deadline.

Files ad orders and accompanying paperwork into a central filing location. SUPPORTING

Able to retrieve ads as needed, per request from sales or supervisors.

Fills requests for original paperwork for credits. SUPPORTING

Requests are responded to in a timely and accurate manner.

Demonstrates a strong customer service orientation. SUPPORTING

Team member has been responsive to internal and external customers’ requests and complaints. Customer concerns and needs are met in a professional manner and communicated to appropriate person.

Uses available technology to support efforts as needed. SUPPORTING

Possesses adequate knowledge of all pertinent software/systems necessary to perform duties efficiently.

Other related duties as assigned. SUPPORTING

Additional duties are performed in a timely and accurate manner.

Required Education and/or Experience/Knowledge: High school diploma or equivalent required. Background of working with people is helpful.

Requires Skills:

Experience in newspaper layout is helpful.
Basic computer skills are necessary.
Strong teamwork skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and set accurate priorities in an efficient manner is crucial.

This position reports to: Pre-Press Supervisor