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Major Group

Craft and Related Trades Workers

Sub-Major Group

Handicraft and Printing Workers

Minor Group

732

Printing Trades Workers

Unit Group

7321

Pre-Press Workers

Minor Unit Group

MASCO Code

7321-04

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Pre-Press Worker

TVET

TVET scope is based on recognized occupational standards, with emphasis on practical components, psychomotor skills and exposure to training in the industry

Pre-Press Worker prepares and produces print and digital materials by checking, formatting, and composing text, images, and graphics to ensure accuracy and visual quality before printing. They create and adjust layouts, digital files, and printing plates, perform colour correction and proofing, and collaborate with designers and press operators to ensure the final product meets technical and quality specifications. Their role covers a range of pre-press processes, including digital compositing, desktop publishing, and plate preparation, to support high-quality production.

Alternative Titles

Compositor

Desktop Publishing Equipment Worker

Press Line Worker

Plat Maker (Printing)

Tasks

Prepare and handle plate materials and imaging equipment for print production.

Receive, review, and adjust client files to ensure print compatibility.

Arrange text, images, and layouts to meet design specifications and ensure visual consistency.

Create proofs and prepare plates for printing presses.

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot offset machines, cameras, plate-making machines, copiers, scanners, and other pre-press equipment.

Ensure colour accuracy, print quality, and adherence to specifications.

Collaborate with designers, editors, and press operators to ensure technical production requirements are met.

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Manufacturing

Skills

Basic

Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in layouts, designs, and printed materials.

Basic understanding of printing and pre-press processes, including operation of equipment.

Good communication skills for effective collaboration with editors, designers, clients, and production teams.

Organisational skills, including time management and following instructions accurately.

Specific

Ability to manage materials and supplies efficiently, including paper, ink, and plates.

Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot pre-press and publishing equipment.

Knowledge in file preparation, proofing, resolution, and format requirements for print production.

Knowledge in typography, layout design, and colour management for print and digital media.

Proficiency in desktop publishing and graphic design software.

Proficiency in photo editing techniques for print and digital content.

Understanding of printing techniques, plate-making, and imaging processes.

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or Equivalent

Related Courses

Claimable Course

e-Latih Online Course

Minor Unit Group

Profiling Line Worker

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