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ICT software specifications

The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.

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copyright legislation

Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.

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editorial standards

The guidelines on how to deal with and report on privacy, children, and death according to impartiality, and other standards.

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graphic design

The techniques to create a visual representation of ideas and messages.

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multimedia systems

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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photography

Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.

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post-processing of photographs

The characteristics of software and techniques used in post-processing photographs.

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press law

The laws concerning the licensing of books and the freedom of expression in all products of the media.

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adapt to type of media

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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build contacts to maintain news flow

Build contacts to maintain a flow of news, for example, police and emergency services, local council, community groups, health trusts, press officers from a variety of organisations, the general public, etc.

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edit negatives

Use different software products and techniques to process photographic negatives and adapt the images to the desired specifications.

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edit photographs

Resize, enhance and retouche photographs, using airbrushing, editing software and other techniques.

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follow ethical code of conduct of journalists

Follow the ethical code of conduct of journalists, such as freedom of speech, right of reply, being objective, and other rules.

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negotiate exploitation rights

Negotiate with the creator the rights to communicate a work to the public and to reproduce it.

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select photos

Review sets of images and select the best work.

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consult information sources

Consult relevant information sources to find inspiration, to educate yourself on certain topics and to acquire background information.

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consult with editor

Consult with the editor of a book, magazine, journal or other publications about expectations, requirements, and progress.

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develop professional network

Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.

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This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.

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meet deadlines

Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

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perform image editing

Edit various types of images such as analogue and digital photographs or illustrations.

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supervise staff

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

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supervise work

Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.

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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.

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motion graphics

The techniques and software for creating the illusion of motion such as keyframing, Adobe After Effects, and Nuke.

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check stories

Seek out and investigate stories via your contacts, press releases and other media.

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colour grade images with digital intermediate

Use a scanning device to scan film negatives in order to digitally fine-tune them using image editing software.

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create editorial board

Create the outline for each publication and news broadcast. Determine the events that will be covered and the length of these articles and stories.

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create online news content

Create and upload news content for e.g. websites, blogs and social media.

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create rough cut

Deliver a programme/film following the first editing process. Indicate future improvements.

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determine image composition

Determine image composition, select and adjust subjects, equipment and lighting to achieve desired effects.

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edit digital moving images

Use specialised software to edit video images for use in an artistic production.

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follow newspaper house style

Produce concise and accurate copy according to newspaper's house style and to strict deadlines-daily newspapers may have several each day.

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follow the news

Follow current events in politics, economics, social communities, cultural sectors, internationally, and in sports.

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maintain photographic equipment

Execute maintenance tasks to keep photographic equipment functioning properly.

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participate in editorial meetings

Participate in meetings with fellow editors and journalists to discuss possible topics and to divide the tasks and workload.

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perform backups

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 during system integration and after data loss occurrence.

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perform video editing

Rearrange and edit video footage in the course of the post-production process. Edit the footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as colour correction and effects, speed effects, and audio enhancing.

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search for a suitable filming location

Search for locations suitable for film or photo shoots.

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select camera apertures

Adjust lens apertures, shutter speeds and camera focus.

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select photographic equipment

Select appropriate photographic equipment and background properties, and adapt it according to subjects, materials, and conditions.

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set up photographic equipment

Choose the best position and orientation of the camera to capture the scene, along with other necessary equipment.

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Capturing the scene depends on the nature of the scene. This skill is different for nature photography, urban photography, war photography, etc.

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use photographic equipment

Use analogue or digital camera equipment, along with a variety of accessories such as tripods, filters and lenses.

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apply desktop publishing techniques

Apply desktop publishing techniques to create page layouts and typographic quality text.

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manage budgets

Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.

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recruit employees

Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.

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It may include recruiting volunteers.

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use presentation software

Use software tools to create digital presentations which combine various elements, such as graphs, images, text and other multimedia.

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use word processing software

Use computer software applications for composition, editing, formatting, and printing of any sort of written material.

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