Daily Duties

• Desktop publishers' daily duties may include creating marketing pieces with computer graphics software, working with print vendors and negotiating rates, reviewing current designs and incorporating or updating them into marketing. Business cards, newsletters, posters, brochures, and advertisements can all be part of the daily tasks assigned to a desktop publisher.
  
  

Where You Work

• Desktop publishers can work for a variety of companies. Architects, hospitals, schools, and many small and large businesses all have needs for desktop publishers. Some companies assign tasks of desktop publishing to administrative or marketing staff.
  
  

Education

• While a formal education is not necessary, computer knowledge is a must. Whether your desktop publishing skills are limited to simple word processing or desktop publishing software or advanced graphic design programs, your skill set will assist in determining your salary. Graphic design degrees and classes are offered to enhance your design skills.
  
  

Finding a Job

• When looking for a desktop publishing job, you will want to search for jobs listed as adminstrative with desktop publishing skills, desktop publisher, graphic design, graphic artist or similar job descriptions.
  
  

Salary

• According to MyPursuit.com, the average earnings for a desktop publisher is approximately $34,000. It can range from $26,000 to $46,000, based on experience and education.