ICT software specifications
The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.
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Desktop publishers are responsible for the layout of publications. They use computer software to arrange texts, photographs and other materials in a pleasing and readable finished product.
Competences and skills
44 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
9 competencescomputer graphics
The field that merges approaches from computer science and design. It involves the process of creating images, 3D models generation, as well as the rendering, texturing and lighting them. Its applications vary from digital photography, film and video games, and the display of images on electronic devices.
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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.
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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digital media
The set of medias that are transmitted through electronic devices.
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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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prepress processes
The processes that occur between the creation of a print layout and the final printing, such as copyediting, proofing, proofreading and others.
printing techniques
The techniques and processes to reproduce text and images using a master form or template such as letterpress printing, gravure, and laser printing.
typography
The procedure of arranging written texts for printing processes.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesadapt to artists' creative demands
Work with artists, striving to understand the creative vision and adapting to it. Make full use of your talents and skills to reach the best possible result.
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.
Cross-sector
8 competencesalign content with form
Align form and content to make sure they fit together.
apply desktop publishing techniques
Apply desktop publishing techniques to create page layouts and typographic quality text.
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develop digital content
Create and edit digital content in different formats, express oneself through digital means.
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finish project within budget
Make sure to stay within budget. Adapt work and materials to budget.
follow a brief
Interpret and meet requirements and expectations, as discussed and agreed upon with the customers.
follow work schedule
Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.
search databases
Search for information or people using databases.
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translate requirements into visual design
Develop visual design from given specifications and requirements, based on the analysis of the scope and target audience. Create a visual representation of ideas such as logos, website graphics, digital games and layouts.
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Optional competences 2 competences
Occupation specific
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0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
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0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
1 competenceadobe creative suite
The set of software applications that are used to create visual content for personal or business use. Examples of items that can be generated are flyers, brochures, books, websites and videos.
digital
Cross-sector
5 competencesgrammar
The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
interactive media
The method of communication that takes place through digital medias and is based on customers interactions with them. The interactions take place with computerised elements (e.g., moving graphics, digital text and sound).
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post-processing of photographs
The characteristics of software and techniques used in post-processing photographs.
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reprography
The process of reproducing, reprinting, or copying graphic material especially by mechanical or electronic means such as photography or xerography.
spelling
The rules concerning the way words are spelled.
Optional skills and competences 16 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesassist customers
Provide support and advice to customers in making purchasing decisions by finding out their needs, selecting suitable service and products for them and politely answering questions about products and services.
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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identify customer's needs
Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
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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scan photos
Scan images into computers for editing, storage, and electronic transmission.
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work closely with news teams
Work closely with news teams, photographers and editors.
Cross-sector
9 competencesapply grammar and spelling rules
Apply the rules of spelling and grammar and ensure consistency throughout texts.
consult with editor
Consult with the editor of a book, magazine, journal or other publications about expectations, requirements, and progress.
develop creative ideas
Developing new artistic concepts and creative ideas.
digitise documents
Load analog documents by converting them into a digital format, using specialised hardware and software.
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perform image editing
Edit various types of images such as analogue and digital photographs or illustrations.
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proofread text
Read a text thoroughly, search for, review and correct errors to ensure content is valid for publishing.
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 spreadsheets software
Use software tools to create and edit tabular data to carry out mathematical calculations, organise data and information, create diagrams based on data and to retrieve them.
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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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