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Career: Desktop Publishers
Job Description
Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections. |
99
|
Study layout or other design instructions to determine work to be done and sequence of operations. |
98
|
Enter text into computer keyboard and select the size and style of type, column width and appropriate spacing for printed materials. |
96
|
Convert various types of files for printing or for the Internet, using computer software. |
96
|
View monitors for visual representation of work in progress and for instructions and feedback throughout process, making modifications as necessary. |
96
|
Prepare sample layouts for approval, using computer software. |
96
|
Edit graphics and photos using pixel or bitmap editing, airbrushing, masking, or image retouching. |
93
|
Enter digitized data into electronic prepress system computer memory, using scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse. |
92
|
Store copies of publications on paper, magnetic tape, film or diskette. |
91
|
Transmit, deliver or mail publication master to printer for production into film and plates. |
87
|
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. |
85
|
Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy. |
81
|
Collaborate with graphic artists, editors and writers to produce master copies according to design specifications. |
80
|
Load floppy disks or tapes containing information into system. |
79
|
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. |
79
|
Select number of colors and determine color separations. |
68
|
Enter data, such as coordinates of images and color specifications, into system to retouch and make color corrections. |
62
|
Create special effects such as vignettes, mosaics, and image combining, and add elements such as sound and animation to electronic publications. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
67
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
64
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
64
|
Processing Information
|
60
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
59
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
58
|
Thinking Creatively
|
58
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
57
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
56
|
Getting Information
|
56
|
Interacting With Computers
|
56
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
56
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
55
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
54
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
54
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
53
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
52
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
51
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
50
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
50
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
47
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
47
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
47
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
47
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
44
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
44
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
43
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
43
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
41
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
41
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
41
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
39
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
38
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
38
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
37
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
36
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
34
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
33
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
26
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
26
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
19
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|