Typesetter
もじくみはんさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession specializing in text layout and typesetting for printed materials and publications.
Description
Typesetters are specialists responsible for text layout in printed materials such as books, magazines, and catalogs. They use typesetting software such as Adobe InDesign or QuarkXPress to handle font management, fine adjustments to line and character spacing, column settings, page numbers and table of contents placement, etc. They also handle pre-press tasks such as imposition data creation, responding to proofreading instructions, PDF submission processing, and RIP software operation. Attention to detail and concentration are required to balance accuracy and design quality.
Future Outlook
Although workflows are changing due to the spread of digital publishing, e-books, and web automatic typesetting tools, attention to detail in proofreading and design adjustment skills are still required, so opportunities for activity are expected to be maintained and expanded by honing expertise.
Personality Traits
Excellent aesthetic sense / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Office work / Project-based / Remote / Shift
Career Path
Typesetter → DTP operator → Typesetting supervisor → Printing technician → Publishing and printing production department leader
Required Skills
DTP basic knowledge / Font management / Typesetting software operation / Typing
Recommended Skills
Color management / Design software operation / Measuring instrument operation and proofreading / PDF submission processing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required for fine character position adjustments and font management, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because layout sense is emphasized more than numerical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical demands are relatively low. |
Related Qualifications
- DTP Expert Certification
Aliases
- DTP operator
- Typesetter
- Typesetting operator
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