VI Programmer
Core
Program personalized direct-mail pieces using specialized variable-data printing software to support client marketing campaigns.
Role type
Variable Imaging Programmer (Direct Mail)
Builds
Personalized direct-mail pieces and layouts for marketing campaigns
Domain
Direct Mail / Variable Data Printing
Required skills
Variable data print software (GMC Inspire, PageFlex, XMPie, Xtreme Dialogue, FusionPro), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), data analysis, layout composition, quality control, workflow documentation, project tracking
Preferred skills
Direct-mail printing experience, U.S. Postal Service guidelines knowledge, Mac proficiency, scripting and object-oriented programming basics
Technologies
GMC Inspire, PageFlex, XMPie, Xtreme Dialogue, FusionPro, InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Analyze customer data, instructions, and artwork to combine them using variable composition software; Match client specifications for size and arrangement of illustrations, copy, and typography; Review final work for quality before release; Prepare proof samples for internal and client approval; Generate final output and supporting documentation for manufacturing; Track account schedules and maintain cost and schedule records; Provide occasional after-hours and weekend support for 24/7 manufacturing operations
Seniority
Individual Contributor, Mid-level
