Desktop Publisher

Desktop Publisher Definition: Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.Desktop Publisher ResponsibilitiesPosition 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.Collaborate with graphic artists, editors and writers to produce master copies according to design specifications.Enter text into computer keyboard and select the size and style of type, column width, and appropriate spacing for printed materials.Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.Study layout or other design instructions to determine work to be done and sequence of operations.Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.Skills RequiredWhen polled, Desktop Publishers say the following skills are most frequently used in their jobs:Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-05