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Develops and confirms map contents, accuracy, and completeness of topographical maps from aerial photographs and specifications. Utilizes well-developed drafting and mapping skills, and knowledge of computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.

Views photographs and other reference materials, such as old maps and records, and evaluates corresponding area of map to verify correct identification of specified topographical features and accuracy of contour lines. Verifies correct location and accuracy of scaled distances between control points and reference lines. Examines reference materials to detect omission of topographical features, poor register, or other defects in photography or draftsmanship. Marks errors and makes corrections, such as numbering grid lines or lettering names of rivers or towns. [-] Less

Identifies and verifies information shown on aerial photographs used in map making

travels over photographed area to observe and record all cultural and drainage features shown and not shown on photograph. Verifies numbers, names, and classes of roads and highways, location... [+] More

Identifies and verifies information shown on aerial photographs used in map making

travels over photographed area to observe and record all cultural and drainage features shown and not shown on photograph. Verifies numbers, names, and classes of roads and highways, location and number of railroads, location of state and county lines, and location and identification of streams, rivers, lakes, schools, and major buildings. Marks observations on map overlay, using specified symbols. Determines elevation of hills, trees, and buildings, using geometry. Obtains boundary and other official information from county records. May use stereoscope to combine information from two aerial maps. [-] Less

Develops and... [+] More

Develops and confirms map contents, accuracy, and completeness of topographical maps from aerial photographs and specifications. Utilizes well-developed drafting and mapping skills, and knowledge of computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.

Views photographs and other reference materials, such as old maps and records, and evaluates corresponding area of map to verify correct identification of specified topographical features and accuracy of contour lines. Verifies correct location and accuracy of scaled distances between control points and reference lines. Examines reference materials to detect omission of topographical features, poor register, or other defects in photography or draftsmanship. Marks errors and makes corrections, such as numbering grid lines or lettering names of rivers or towns. [-] Less

Formulates policy; plans, coordinates, and directs editorial activities; and supervises workers who assist in selecting and preparing material for publication in magazines, trade journals, house organs, and related publications. Determines theme of issue and gathers related material. Writes or assigns... [+] More

Formulates policy; plans, coordinates, and directs editorial activities; and supervises workers who assist in selecting and preparing material for publication in magazines, trade journals, house organs, and related publications. Determines theme of issue and gathers related material. Writes or assigns staff members or freelance writers to write articles, reports, editorials, reviews, and other material. Reads and evaluates material submitted for publication consideration. Secures graphic material from picture sources and assigns artists and photographers to produce pictures and illustrations. Assigns staff member, or personally interviews individuals and attends gatherings, to obtain items for publication, verify facts, and clarify information. Assigns research and other editorial duties to assistants. To carry out responsibilities at this level requires a four-year degree.

Confers with executives, department heads, and editorial staff to formulate policy, coordinate department activities, establish production schedules, solve publication problems, and discuss makeup plans and organizational changes. Organizes material, plans overall and individual page layouts, and selects type. Marks dummy pages to indicate position and size of printed and graphic material. Reviews final proofs and approves or makes changes. Reviews and evaluates work of staff members and makes recommendations and changes. May read copy to detect errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax. May verify facts, dates, and statistics, using standard reference sources. May rewrite or modify copy to conform to publication's style and editorial policy and mark copy for typesetter, using standard symbols to indicate how type should be set. May read galley and page proofs to detect errors and indicates corrections, using standard proofreading symbols. May confer with authors regarding changes made to manuscript. May select and crop photographs and illustrative materials to conform to space and subject matter requirements. May prepare page layouts to position and space articles and illustrations. May write or rewrite headlines, captions, columns, articles, and stories according to publication requirements. May initiate or reply to correspondence regarding material published or being considered for publication. May read and evaluate submitted manuscripts. May direct activities of production, circulation, or promotion personnel. May prepare news or public relations releases, special brochures, and similar materials. [-] Less

Supervises personnel engaged in selecting, gathering, and editing news and news photographs for one or more specialized news departments of newspaper. Assigns stories to reporters and photographers, edits content, and writes headlines and photo captions. Collaborates with managers of other... [+] More

Supervises personnel engaged in selecting, gathering, and editing news and news photographs for one or more specialized news departments of newspaper. Assigns stories to reporters and photographers, edits content, and writes headlines and photo captions. Collaborates with managers of other departments, such as city and sports editors, to coordinate coverage and decide on placement for stories.

May select submitted material such as letters or articles for publication. May assign cartoons or editorials to staff members. May perform duties of reporter. May edit copy and perform related duties as required. This position is usually identified according to individual specialty or specialties. [-] Less

Edits, checks, and prepares written material for publication, performing a variety of duties. Reads copy to detect errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax. Verifies facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources. Rewrites or modifies copy to conform to publication's... [+] More

Edits, checks, and prepares written material for publication, performing a variety of duties. Reads copy to detect errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax. Verifies facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources. Rewrites or modifies copy to conform to publication's style and editorial policy, and marks copy for typesetter using standard symbols to indicate how type should be set.

Reads galley and page proofs to detect errors and indicates corrections, using standard proofreading symbols. May confer with authors regarding changes made to manuscript. May select and crop photographs and illustrative materials to conform to space and subject matter requirements. May prepare page layouts to position and space articles and illustrations. May write or rewrite headlines, captions, columns, articles, and stories according to publication requirements. May initiate or reply to correspondence regarding material published or being considered for publication. May read and evaluate submitted manuscripts. [-] Less

Refines work of writers, and heads and coordinates activities of writers engaged in preparing technical, scientific, medical, or other material for publication in conjunction with or independent from manufacturing, research, and related activities. Assigns staff writer or contracts with specialist... [+] More

Refines work of writers, and heads and coordinates activities of writers engaged in preparing technical, scientific, medical, or other material for publication in conjunction with or independent from manufacturing, research, and related activities. Assigns staff writer or contracts with specialist in subject area to produce draft of manuscript. Oversees staff writers and delineates standard procedures for gathering data and writing.

Analyzes developments in specific field to determine need for revisions, corrections, and changes in previously published materials and development of new material. Confers with customer representatives, vendors, plant executives, or publisher to establish technical specifications, determine specific or general subject material to be developed for publication, and resolve problems concerned with developing and publishing subject material. Reviews draft of manuscript and makes recommendations for changes. May edit and correct final draft to prepare for typesetting. May perform similar duties to those supervised. May select or recommend graphics, such as drawings, diagrams, pictures, and charts to illustrate manuscript. May specialize in particular type of publication, such as manuals, handbooks, articles, or proposals. [-] Less

Directs and supervises personnel engaged in selecting, gathering, and editing local news and news photographs for edition of newspaper

receives information regarding developing news events or originates story ideas and assigns coverage to members of reporting and photography staff. Reviews news... [+] More

Directs and supervises personnel engaged in selecting, gathering, and editing local news and news photographs for edition of newspaper

receives information regarding developing news events or originates story ideas and assigns coverage to members of reporting and photography staff. Reviews news copy and confers with executive staff members regarding allocation of news space. Sends copy to copy desk for editing. Reviews edited copy and sends to editor, news or composing room. May write or direct writing of headlines. May hire and discharge members of reporting staff. May perform other editorial duties as required. Designated state editor when working with state news and national editor when working with national news. [-] Less

Prepares maps in either digital or graphic form using information provided by surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data showing natural and constructed features, political boundaries, and other features. Typically requires two to three years of postsecondary college courses in drafting,... [+] More

Prepares maps in either digital or graphic form using information provided by surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data showing natural and constructed features, political boundaries, and other features. Typically requires two to three years of postsecondary college courses in drafting, engineering, mapping, computer-aided mapping, and other related courses; however, some companies may accept equivalent education and experience combined.

Prepares maps of geographical areas to show natural and constructed features, political boundaries, and other features. Analyzes survey data, source maps and photographs, computer or automated mapping products, and other records to determine location and names of features. Studies legal records to establish boundaries of properties, and local, national, and international areas of political, economic, social, or other significance. Operates computer-aided design (CAD) system and peripheral equipment to convert maps into working computer documents. Locates file relating to specified database library and loads program into computer. Enters specified commands into computer to retrieve design information from file and display design on CAD equipment display screen. Types commands on keyboard to enter resizing specifications into computer. May supervise map production. May supply quality assurance for film work used to print maps. [-] Less

Participates in the production, measurement, and creation of maps, mapping coordinates, software, databases, and other materials related to mapmaking. Produces paper and web-delivered electronic maps of geographical areas to show natural and constructed features, political boundaries, and other features, using... [+] More

Participates in the production, measurement, and creation of maps, mapping coordinates, software, databases, and other materials related to mapmaking. Produces paper and web-delivered electronic maps of geographical areas to show natural and constructed features, political boundaries, and other features, using desktop publishing, computer graphics, and multimedia software. Typically requires four years of postsecondary training in a closely-related field along with well-developed mapping skills and knowledge of computer-assisted mapping equipment and software; however, some companies may accept equivalent education and experience combined.

Analyzes and interprets information from a range of sources, including surveyors' notes, aerial photographs, remote sensing satellite imagery, and existing maps and records. Prepares reports and document drafts. Researches databases and library resources. Views photographs and other reference materials, such as old maps and records, and examines corresponding area of map to identify specified topographical features and contour lines. Identifies location and scaled distances between control points and reference lines. Examines reference materials to detect omission of topographical features, poor register, or other defects. Marks errors and makes corrections, such as numbering grid lines or lettering names of rivers or towns. [-] Less