Description
Imagesetters process images and graphic templates by using phototypesetting machines. They optimise the templates for the best possible result by determining the right arrangement of text and image on the print sheet. The product is then set onto photo paper or film.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
quality standardsSketchBook ProAdobe PhotoshopSynfiggraphics editor softwaretypesetting machinesgraphic designGIMP (graphics editor software)print strippingreprographyAdobe IllustratorMicrosoft Visioprinting materialstypographyprinting techniquespublishing industryprinted goods processesprinting plate makingmaintenance of printing machinesprepress processesprinting media
Practical Skills
lay out digital written contentfollow safety precautions in printingalign content with formuse typesetting softwareinterpret illustration needsoperate imagesetterapply desktop publishing techniquesproduce prepress proofoperate printing machineryoutput electronic filesprepare impositionoperate digital printersarrange printer sheetsdevelop filmoperate scannertrack changes in text editingmaintain lithographic printing platesuse colour printing programsdigitise documentsprepare films for printing platesuse a telecineuse word processing softwarefollow work schedulereproduce documentsperform image editingreduce dotscreate digital imagescommunicate with customersset colour profilesinspect printing outputproofread text