How do they match: Desktop Publishers

  • Editor
  • Computer Operator
  • DTP Operator
  • Design Editor
  • Desktop Operator
  • Desktop Publishing Operator
  • Electronic Console Display Operator
  • Electronic Pagination System Operator
  • Electronic Prepress Operator
  • Electronic Prepress System Operator
  • Page Makeup System Operator
  • Technical Editor

  • Edit graphics and photos, using pixel or bitmap editing, airbrushing, masking, or image retouching.
  • Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.
  • Collaborate with graphic artists, editors and writers to produce master copies according to design specifications.
  • Enter digitized data into electronic prepress system computer memory, using scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse.
  • 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.
  • Store copies of publications on paper, magnetic tape, film, or diskette.
  • Study layout or other design instructions to determine work to be done and sequence of operations.
  • Transmit, deliver, or mail publication master to printer for production into film and plates.

  • Operate computers or computerized equipment.
  • Monitor operational quality or safety.