Average Desktop Publisher Salary

Job Description for Desktop Publisher

The desktop publisher is responsible for acting as a lead on various electronic documents such as proposals and manuals. A key responsibility is ensuring that these materials meet stringent quality standards as established by the employer and stipulated by the client. The desktop publisher must also ensure that all client deadlines are met and that work is performed according to agreed-upon timelines and schedules.

Other responsibilities include liaising with the client and coordinator on electronic publishing issues and keeping all relevant individuals up to date on project progress. Text and graphic templates and instructions should be established and quality must be checked regularly throughout production to ensure the quality and consistency of final product. The desktop publisher oversees final product coordination as well, including coordinating electronic and hard copy printing; this involves close work with copy center staff.

Desktop publishers typically work indoors in an office environment during regular business hours. Typical employers include government agencies and large corporations. The desktop publisher works in a collaborative team environment with several different departments and personnel, such as the project coordinator, accounts manager, lead editor, and copy center staff, so strong teamwork and interpersonal skills are essential.

A bachelor's degree is generally required for this role, although employers may accept equivalent experience in lieu of a degree. Frequently, at least six years of publishing, text processing, graphic design and/or electronic publishing experience is a must. Demonstrated project leadership and supervisory experience is beneficial as well. (Copyright 2019 PayScale.com)

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