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Desktop Publishers

District Of Columbia

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

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Currently Employed: 122

Yearly Projected Openings: 0

Typical Hourly Wage: $15.67 - $21.26

Typical Annual Salary: $32,600 - $44,200

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Typical education needed for entry: Associate's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Short-term on-the-job training

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Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
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.
Convert various types of files for printing or for the Internet, using computer software.
Transmit, deliver or mail publication master to printer for production into film and plates.
Study layout or other design instructions to determine work to be done and sequence of operations.
Enter digitized data into electronic prepress system computer memory, using scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse.
View monitors for visual representation of work in progress and for instructions and feedback throughout process, making modifications as necessary.
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.
Collaborate with graphic artists, editors and writers to produce master copies according to design specifications.

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