O*NET-SOC 43-9031.00
Desktop Publishers
Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.Core2816
- 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.Core2820
- Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.Core2815
- View monitors for visual representation of work in progress and for instructions and feedback throughout process, making modifications as necessary.Core2817
- Enter text into computer keyboard and select the size and style of type, column width, and appropriate spacing for printed materials.Core2818
- Prepare sample layouts for approval, using computer software.Core2824
- 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.Core2823
- Transmit, deliver, or mail publication master to printer for production into film and plates.Supplemental2830
- Study layout or other design instructions to determine work to be done and sequence of operations.Core2825
- Collaborate with graphic artists, editors and writers to produce master copies according to design specifications.Supplemental2831
- Select number of colors and determine color separations.Core2829
- Convert various types of files for printing or for the Internet, using computer software.Core2827
- Enter digitized data into electronic prepress system computer memory, using scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse.Core2821
- Edit graphics and photos, using pixel or bitmap editing, airbrushing, masking, or image retouching.Core2822
- Enter data, such as coordinates of images and color specifications, into system to retouch and make color corrections.Core2828
- Store copies of publications on paper, magnetic tape, film, or diskette.Supplemental2819
- Create special effects such as vignettes, mosaics, and image combining, and add elements such as sound and animation to electronic publications.Supplemental2832
- Load floppy disks or tapes containing information into system.Supplemental2826
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 89 examples in 28 categories, 31 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Web page creation and editing software
- Actuate DocBook
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Social media software
Document management software
- Adobe AcrobatHot Technology
- Color management software
- EMC Documentum
- Microsoft SharePointHot Technology
- Microsoft SharePoint Server
Object or component oriented development software
- Adobe ActionScript
- Oracle JavaHot Technology
- PerlHot Technology
- PythonHot Technology
- Sun Microsystems Java
Video creation and editing software
- Adobe After EffectsHot Technology
- Corel WebDraw
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Adobe Creative Cloud softwareHot Technology
- Adobe FreeHand MX
- Adobe IllustratorHot Technology
- Adobe LiveMotion
- Adobe PhotoshopHot TechnologyIn Demand
- Apple iPhoto
- Arts & Letters Express
- Cenon
- CodedColor
- Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite
- Corel Paint Shop Pro
- Corel Photo-Paint
- GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP
- Graphics software
- Inkscape
- Microsoft Picture It!
- Raster graphics editors
- Ulead PhotoImpact
- Vector drawing software
- Xara Designer Pro
Desktop publishing software
- Adobe FrameMaker
- Adobe InDesignHot Technology
- Adobe PageMaker
- AT&T Troff
- Corel Ventura
- Finite Matters PatternStream
- GrassHopper PageStream
- LaTeX
- Microsoft Publisher
- Objectif Lune PlanetPress Suite
- QuarkXPress
- Scribus
- Serif PagePlus
Development environment software
- Adobe PostScript
- Microsoft Visual BasicHot Technology
- Scalable vector graphics SVG
Data conversion software
- AlgoLab Raster to Vector Conversion Toolkit
- GTX RastorCAD
- Portable document file creation software
- Potrace
- Trix TracTrix
Operating system software
- Apple AppleScript
- Apple macOSHot Technology
- Microsoft WindowsHot Technology
- UNIXHot Technology
Web platform development software
- Cascading style sheets CSSHot Technology
- Hypertext markup language HTMLHot Technology
- JavaScriptHot Technology
- jQueryHot Technology
- PHPHot Technology
Optical character reader OCR or scanning software
- Corel CorelScan
- Corel OCR-Trace 8
- Nuance OmniPage Professional
- PANTONE ColorVision ProfilerPlus
Office suite software
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
- OpenOffice.org
Enterprise application integration software
- Extensible markup language XMLHot Technology
Map creation software
- Mapping software
Data base user interface and query software
- Microsoft AccessHot Technology
- WordWeb
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology
Project management software
- Microsoft ProjectHot Technology
Process mapping and design software
- Microsoft VisioHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Data base management system software
- MySQLHot Technology
Voice recognition software
- Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking
Information retrieval or search software
- Online image and graphics database software
Customer relationship management CRM software
- Salesforce softwareHot Technology
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- SAP softwareHot Technology
Spell checkers
- Spelling and grammar checking software
Network security or virtual private network VPN management software
- Virtual private networking VPN software
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Getting Information
Read work orders to determine material or setup requirements.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor operational quality or safety.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Select resources needed to accomplish tasks.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Performing General Physical Activities
Deliver items.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Handling and Moving Objects
Store records or related materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Working with Computers
Operate computers or computerized equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Format digital documents, data, or images.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Enter information into databases or software programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Confer with coworkers to coordinate work activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Performing Administrative Activities
Send information, materials or documentation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.