desktop publisher

Desktop publishers are responsible for the layout of publications. They use computer software to arrange texts, photographs and other materials in a pleasing and readable finished product.

Alternative Labels

DTP operator

web publications designer

desktop designer

desktop publisher

layout editor

electronic pre-press technician

desktop publishing graphic designer

desktop-publishing editor

financial desktop publisher

publications specialist

advanced desktop publilsher

electronic-publishing specialist

electronic publisher

senior desktop publisher

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

search databases adapt to artists' creative demands translate requirements into visual design follow work schedule follow a brief finish project within budget apply desktop publishing techniques align content with form adapt to type of media

Essential Knowledge

typography graphic design copyright legislation prepress processes multimedia systems printing techniques desktop publishing ICT software specifications

Optional Skills and Competences

use word processing software perform backups assist customers edit negatives use presentation software work closely with news teams apply grammar and spelling rules proofread text use spreadsheets software scan photos edit photographs identify customer's needs consult with editor digitise documents develop creative ideas perform image editing

Optional Knowledge

spelling reprography post-processing of photographs grammar

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/78216000-edc1-474b-9569-28ed6a657da2

Status

released

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