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imagesetter

Imagesetters process images and graphic templates by using phototypesetting machines.

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DESCRIPTION

Imagesetters process images and graphic templates by using phototypesetting machines. They optimise the templates for the best possible result by determining the right arrangement of text and image on the print sheet. The product is then set onto photo paper or film.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
quality standards
Microsoft Visio
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
printed goods processes
maintenance of printing machines

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
align content with form
OPTIONALOptional competences
perform image editing

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SIMILAR OCCUPATIONS

35 SHARED SKILLS

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Skills overview

52total
28 essential
24 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
4
Skills
2

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Quick insight

This role requires 28 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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