According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor. | 94% |
| Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed. | 93% |
| Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type. | 91% |
| Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites. | 91% |
| Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts. | 90% |
| Use computer software to generate new images. | 89% |
| Prepare digital files for printing. | 89% |
| Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design. | 85% |
| Research the target audience of projects. | 85% |
| Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer. | 83% |
| Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer. | 82% |
| Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services. | 81% |
| Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products. | 81% |
| Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing. | 80% |
| Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes. | 80% |
| Research new software or design concepts. | 70% |
| Produce still and animated graphics for on-air and taped portions of television news broadcasts, using electronic video equipment. | 60% |
| Photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients. | 56% |
| Write or edit copy for clients. | 56% |
