Desktop Publishers
Compositor, Computer Typesetter, Electronic Console Display Operator, Publisher
What they do:
Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.
On the job, you would:
- Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.
- Position text and art elements from a variety of databases in a visually appealing way to design print or web pages, using knowledge of type styles and size and layout patterns.
- Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
Knowledge
Engineering and Technology
- computers and electronics
Communications
- multimedia
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Skills
Basic Skills
- reading work related information
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
- thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
Abilities
Ideas and Logic
- order or arrange things
- create new and original ideas
Verbal
- read and understand what is written
- communicate by writing
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Cooperation
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Integrity
- Stress Tolerance
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Desktop publishing software
- Adobe InDesign
- Microsoft Publisher
Education
Education: (rated 3 of 5)
high school diploma/GED or
bachelor's degree
usually needed
bachelor's degree
usually needed
Job Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
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