The employment outlook for desktop publishers is excellent and expected to increase over the next eight years. An increased reliance on computer technology with a decrease in costs for publishing software is driving more and more companies to develop internal printing departments. Many advances in affordable, quality printing devices are also driving this trend. Color laser printers can generate product comparable to four color offset presses.
Wages for desktop publishers are also excellent. The median annual pay rate is $31,620 with $18,670 per year being the low end and $52,540 being the high end.
Advancement in desktop publishing can take the form of moving into management or independent consulting. Many start their own businesses. Other desktop publishers, who are more creative, focus on graphic design.
