Desktop Publishers
Also known as: Advertising Associate, Compositor, Computer Compositor (+24 more)
Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.
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What You'll Do
- Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
- Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.
- View monitors for visual representation of work in progress and for instructions and feedback throughout process, making modifications as necessary.
- Enter text into computer keyboard and select the size and style of type, column width, and appropriate spacing for printed materials.
- Store copies of publications on paper, magnetic tape, film, or diskette.
- 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.
- Enter digitized data into electronic prepress system computer memory, using scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse.
- Edit graphics and photos, using pixel or bitmap editing, airbrushing, masking, or image retouching.
- Import text and art elements, such as electronic clip art or electronic files from photographs that have been scanned or produced with a digital camera, using computer software.
- Prepare sample layouts for approval, using computer software.
Essential Skills
Career Fit Overview
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Top passions
- Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
- Artist: Creating original work and expressing ideas feels natural.
- Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
Common styles
Attention to Detail, Dependability, Cooperation, Adaptability/Flexibility, Stress Tolerance
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Key Abilities
This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:
Technologies & Tools
Work Environment & Style
Common Styles for This Career
- Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.9/5)
- Dependability (High importance: 4.84/5)
- Cooperation (High importance: 4.73/5)
- Adaptability/Flexibility (High importance: 4.38/5)
- Stress Tolerance (High importance: 4.36/5)
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This career typically requires vocational school, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some specialized training or certification may also be required.
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