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Desktop Publishers - 43-9031.00

O*NET-SOC Description

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

Sample of Reported Job Titles

Advertising Associate
Compositor
Computer Typesetter
Design Editor
Desktop Operator

Desktop Publishing Specialist
Electronic Console Display Operator
Electronic Imager
Electronic Publishing Specialist
Publisher

SOC Occupation Groups

43-0000	Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-9000	Other Office and Administrative Support Workers
43-9030	Desktop Publishers
43-9031.00	Desktop Publishers

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15-1254.00	Web Developers Bright Outlook
15-1255.00	Web and Digital Interface Designers
15-1299.01	Web Administrators
27-1014.00	Special Effects Artists and Animators
27-1024.00	Graphic Designers
27-3041.00	Editors
27-4032.00	Film and Video Editors
43-9071.00	Office Machine Operators, Except Computer
43-9081.00	Proofreaders and Copy Markers
51-5111.00	Prepress Technicians and Workers

Tasks

Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
Collaborate with graphic artists, editors and writers to produce master copies according to design specifications.
Convert various types of files for printing or for the Internet, using computer software.
Create special effects such as vignettes, mosaics, and image combining, and add elements such as sound and animation to electronic publications.
Edit graphics and photos, using pixel or bitmap editing, airbrushing, masking, or image retouching.
Enter data, such as coordinates of images and color specifications, into system to retouch and make color corrections.
Enter digitized data into electronic prepress system computer memory, using scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse.
Enter text into computer keyboard and select the size and style of type, column width, and appropriate spacing for printed materials.
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.
Load floppy disks or tapes containing information into system.
Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.
Position text and art elements from a variety of databases in a visually appealing way to design print or web pages, using knowledge of type styles and size and layout patterns.
Prepare sample layouts for approval, using computer software.
Select number of colors and determine color separations.
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.
View monitors for visual representation of work in progress and for instructions and feedback throughout process, making modifications as necessary.

Detailed Work Activities

Confer with coworkers to coordinate work activities.
Deliver items.
Enter information into databases or software programs.
Format digital documents, data, or images.
Monitor operational quality or safety.
Operate computers or computerized equipment.
Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.
Read work orders to determine material or setup requirements.
Select resources needed to accomplish tasks.
Send information, materials or documentation.
Store records or related materials.

Military Crosswalk Titles

Advanced Visual Information-Graphics Marine (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
Basic Combat Camera Marine (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
Chief Public Affairs NCO (Army - Enlisted)
Combat Camera Production Specialist (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
Combat Graphics Specialist (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
Combat Illustrator (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Client Systems Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Knowledge Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Networks Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, RF Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Security Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Software Development Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Apprentice, Systems Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Craftsman, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Helper, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Data Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Enterprise Operations (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Expeditionary Communications (Air Force - Enlisted)

Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman, Mission Defense Activities (Air Force - Enlisted)
Cyber Defense Operations Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Graphic Illustrator Journeyman (Navy - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management (Space Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Apprentice (Space Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Craftsman (Space Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Helper (Space Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Management Journeyman (Space Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Operations Management (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Operations Management Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Operations Management Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Operations Management Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Operations Management Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Knowledge Operations Management Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Motion Picture and Television Project Officer (Navy - Commissioned or Warrant Officer)
Printing and Publications Officer (Navy - Commissioned or Warrant Officer)
Public Affairs (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Mass Communication Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Specialist (Coast Guard - Enlisted)
Public Affairs Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Public Information Specialty (Coast Guard - Warrant Officer only)
Weapons Technical Information Officer (Navy - Commissioned or Warrant Officer)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

Electronic Prepress System Oper.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

Electronic Prepress System Operator