Apply for Senior InDesign Script Developer (Publishing)
We are looking for a Senior InDesign Script Developer to build and maintain automation scripts for publishing workflows. The role focuses on streamlining typesetting, layout, validation, and production processes for journals and books.
The ideal candidate will work closely with editorial, production, and QA teams to automate repetitive tasks, improve layout consistency, reduce manual errors, and support XML-driven publishing workflows.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain InDesign scripts using ExtendScript / JavaScript
- Automate layout, styling, pagination, tables, images, and PDF export
- Create validation and preflight scripts to ensure publisher compliance
- Support XML-driven workflows (JATS/structured content)
- Debug, optimize, and document scripts
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Experience:5-8+ yearsof prior experience inPublishing Services / Content Productioncompanies for books and journals with marketing support, campaign coordination, or a relatedpre-sales or business development role
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (orequivalent experience).
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintainInDesign scriptsusing ExtendScript / JavaScript
- Automate layout, styling, pagination, tables, images, and PDF export
- Createvalidation and preflight scriptsto ensure publisher compliance
- SupportXML-driven workflows(JATS/structured content)
- Debug, optimize, and document scripts
Technical & Professional Skills:
- Strong expertise inAdobe InDesign scripting
- Deep knowledge ofInDesign object model
- Experience inpublishing automation(journals/books)
- Working knowledge ofXML workflows
- Understanding of print and digital publishing standards
Preferred:
- Experience withacademic/STM publishing
- EPUB automation and GREP styles
- Ability to mentor junior team members
- Experience buildingUI panelsfor InDesign scripts.
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to translate production requirements into technical solutions.
- Good communication skills to work with non-technical participants.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Location: Preferably work from the office in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. However, we may also consider the ideal candidate from outside Chennai.
