Desktop Publishing Specialist
Code: 43-9031.00
Also known as: Advertising Associate, Computer Typesetter, Desktop Publishing Specialist, Electronic Console Display Operator, Electronic Imager, Mac Operator
Description: Desktop Publishing Specialists use their design skills to produce layouts for magazines, newspapers, marketing materials, books, and other items that will be printed or released digitally online. Generally, this job requires an Associate's Degree. However, experience and a solid portfolio can be used in lieu of a degree.
Typical wages
| 10% | $24,530 |
| 25% | $35,150 |
| Median | $47,560 |
| 75% | $62,420 |
| 90% | $81,240 |
| 10% | $11.79 |
| 25% | $16.9 |
| Median | $22.86 |
| 75% | $30.01 |
| 90% | $39.06 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
10,400 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
8,400 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 800 |