Editorial Designer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A creative role responsible for the layout and design of publications such as magazines and books, as well as digital content, handling the visual organization and expression of information.
Description
Editorial Designers handle layout and visual design for editorial materials such as magazines, books, newspapers, and digital magazines. They effectively arrange text and images, optimizing typography and color palettes to enhance readability and expressiveness. They collaborate with editors, writers, photographers, and illustrators to incorporate brand images and project intentions into the design.
Future Outlook
With the increase in digital content, demand for editorial designers skilled in digital layout and UX design is rising, while adaptability to changes is required due to the decline in print media.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Curious and inquisitive / Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Meticulous
Work Style
Advertising Agency / Design Firm / Flex Time / Freelance / Publisher Employment / Remote
Career Path
Assistant Designer → Editorial Designer → Senior Designer → Art Director → Creative Director → Independent/Freelance
Required Skills
Adobe Illustrator / InDesign / Layout Design / Photoshop / Printing DTP Knowledge / Typography Knowledge
Recommended Skills
CMS Operation / English Document Reading / HTML/CSS Basics / UI/UX Design Basics / Video Editing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine adjustments in text composition and layout determine quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | The ability to conceive novel visuals and layouts is essential. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning skills for multi-page layouts and project management are crucial. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no mathematical analysis required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Proficiency Test Level 2
- DTP Expert
- Photoshop Creator Ability Certification Exam
Aliases
- Editorial Designer
- Layout Designer
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- Art Director
- DTP Operator
- Graphic Designer
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