Desktop Publisher Science & Engineering Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Desktop Publisher Do?
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.
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Desktop Publishing
The creation of documents using page layout skills on a computer. Desktop publishing software can generate layouts and produce typographic quality text and images.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Desktop Publisher
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialDesktop Publishing knowledge
The creation of documents using page layout skills on a computer. Desktop publishing software can generate layouts and produce typographic quality text and images.
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EssentialMultimedia Systems knowledge
The methods, procedures and techniques pertaining to the operation of multimedia systems, usually a combination of software and hardware, presenting various types of media such as video and audio.
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EssentialCopyright Legislation knowledge
Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.
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EssentialGraphic Design knowledge
The techniques to create a visual representation of ideas and messages.
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EssentialPrinting Techniques knowledge
The techniques and processes to reproduce text and images using a master form or template such as letterpress printing, gravure, and laser printing.
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EssentialTypography knowledge
The procedure of arranging written texts for printing processes.
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EssentialPrepress Processes knowledge
The processes that occur between the creation of a print layout and the final printing, such as copyediting, proofing, proofreading and others.
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EssentialICT Software Specifications knowledge
The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.
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EssentialAdapt To Artists' Creative Demands skill
Work with artists, striving to understand the creative vision and adapting to it. Make full use of your talents and skills to reach the best possible result.
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EssentialAdapt To Type Of Media skill
Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.
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EssentialApply Desktop Publishing Techniques skill
Apply desktop publishing techniques and software to create page layouts and typographic quality text.
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EssentialFinish Project Within Budget skill
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EssentialFollow A Brief skill
Interpret and meet requirements and expectations, as discussed and agreed upon with the customers.
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EssentialFollow Work Schedule skill
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EssentialSearch Databases skill
Search for information or people using databases.
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EssentialTranslate Requirement Concepts Into Visual Design skill
Develop visual design from given specifications and requirements, based on the analysis of the scope and target audience. Create a visual representation of ideas such as logos, website graphics, digital …
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EssentialAlign Content With Form skill
Align form and content to make sure they fit together.
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Optional Skills (5 of 17 displayed)
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OptionalGrammar knowledge
The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
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OptionalSpelling knowledge
The rules concerning the way words are spelled.
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OptionalPost-processing Of Photographs knowledge
The characteristics of software and techniques used in post-processing photographs.
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OptionalReprography knowledge
The process of reproducing, reprinting, or copying graphic material especially by mechanical or electronic means such as photography or xerography.
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OptionalApply Grammar And Spelling Rules skill
Apply the rules of spelling and grammar and ensure consistency throughout texts.
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OptionalAssist Customers skill
Provide support and advice to customers in making purchasing decisions by finding out their needs, selecting suitable service and products for them and politely answering questions about products and services.
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OptionalConsult With Editor skill
Consult with the editor of a book, magazine, journal or other publications about expectations, requirements, and progress.
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OptionalDevelop Creative Ideas skill
Developing new artistic concepts and creative ideas.
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OptionalDigitise Documents skill
Load analog documents by converting them into a digital format, using specialised hardware and software.
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OptionalEdit Negatives skill
Use different software products and techniques to process photographic negatives and adapt the images to the desired specifications.
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OptionalEdit Photographs skill
Resize, enhance and retouche photographs, using airbrushing, editing software and other techniques.
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OptionalIdentify Customer's Needs skill
Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
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OptionalPerform Backups skill
Implement backup procedures to backup data and systems to ensure permanent and reliable system operation. Execute data backups in order to secure information by copying and archiving to ensure integrity …
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OptionalPerform Image Editing skill
Edit various types of images such as analogue and digital photographs or illustrations.
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OptionalProofread Text skill
Read a text thoroughly, search for, review and correct errors to ensure content is valid for publishing.
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OptionalScan Photos skill
Scan images into computers for editing, storage, and electronic transmission.
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OptionalWork Closely With News Teams skill
Work closely with news teams, photographers and editors.
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