It’s a tough question to answer. The word “desktop” implies a lot of things. To some, it’s a specific field, to others it’s a job, and to others it’s a title.
I’ve been a desktop publisher for over 10 years, and I’ve never really thought of myself as a “desktop publisher.” I’m a graphic designer who happens to do a bit of writing. I like to work with the clients, the design, and the marketing.
As a result, I’ve always thought of myself as a “graphic designer” who does a bit of writing.
I’ve been working with clients for over 10 years now, and I’ve never really thought of myself as a “client” or a “designer.”
I’m a writer who happens to do a bit of graphic design.