This qualification is aimed at those who work within a commercial production environment, with responsibilities for Digital Artwork, Digital Pre- Press or Digital Print Production. The standards cover the most important aspects of the job. This qualification is at Level 2, and should be taken by those who are fully trained to deal with routine assignments. Candidates should require minimum supervision in undertaking the job. A further qualification at Level 3 is also available. In addition, there are qualifications available to cover Machine Printing and Print Finishing. Candidates for this qualification will need to contribute to the Company objectives, follow Health and Safety guidelines and in addition will have varied duties according to the relevant pathway, for example: Those involved in Digital Printing will primarily be involved in: • Operating Digital Printing machines • Equipment maintenance Those involved in Pre-Press will primarily be involved in: • Producing image carriers for output • Equipment maintenance Those involved in Digital Artwork will primarily be involved in: • Creating digital artwork for print • Handling digital files • Working with digital images Candidates are likely to have jobs entitled: • Desk Top Publisher/Artworker • Pre-Press Operatives • Digital Printer.
