How do they match: Desktop Publishers

  • Production Artist
  • Production Manager
  • Computer Operator
  • DTP Operator
  • Desktop Operator
  • Desktop Publishing Operator
  • Electronic Console Display Operator
  • Electronic Pagination System Operator
  • Electronic Prepress Operator
  • Electronic Prepress System Operator
  • Electronic Prepress Systems Operator
  • Page Makeup System Operator

  • Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • View monitors for visual representation of work in progress and for instructions and feedback throughout process, making modifications as necessary.

  • Operate computers or computerized equipment.
  • Confer with coworkers to coordinate work activities.
  • Monitor operational quality or safety.
  • Read work orders to determine material or setup requirements.