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Graphic Prepress Tradesperson
Graphic prepress tradespersons design layouts and assemble
text and graphics into page formats for printing, using
computerised typesetting and image assembly.
Graphic prepress tradespersons may perform the following
tasks:
- develop visual concepts
- prepare layouts and finished artwork, and choose
type-size and style, line width and visual composition of
illustrations and photographs
- manipulate images and type to meet production and design
requirements using a variety of computer hardware and
software
- produce and process photographic images
- electronically scan, separate and correct the colour of
images
- prepare a variety of printing mediums including
letterpress, offset lithographic plates, gravure cylinders
and flexographic plates or blocks
- input, transfer and manipulate electronic data for a
variety of devices including typesetting systems, scanners
and multimedia systems.
With experience and sometimes further training, it is
possible to progress to supervisory and management positions.
Required Skills - Graphic Prepress Tradesperson
- enjoy technical work
- enjoy typography, art and design
- able to carry out detailed work
- a good knowledge of the English language
- good eyesight and must not be colour blind
- good hand-eye coordination
- a high degree of concentration and patience
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