desktop publisher

Description

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.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

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

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

adobe creative suite grammar post-processing of photographs reprography interactive media spelling

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

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

OPTIONALOptional competences

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