As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Desktop Publishing Operator I in the United Kingdom is £29,831, with an hourly rate of £14, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £27,789 to £33,190, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £27,789
50TH(Median)   £29,831
75TH   £33,190
Desktop Publishing Operator I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Desktop Publishing Operator I Salary £27,789 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Desktop Publishing Operator I Salary £29,831 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Desktop Publishing Operator I Salary £33,190 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Desktop Publishing Operator I Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Desktop Publishing Operator I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Desktop Publishing Operator I is about £29,831 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £14, a monthly salary of about £2,486, and a weekly pay of around £574. Click the switch button below to see more details about Desktop Publishing Operator I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Desktop Publishing Operator Is Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Desktop Publishing Operator I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £28,917 - £30,182, while Intermediate make £29,160 - £30,583, Senior earn £29,618 - £31,335, Specialist earn £29,679 - £31,485, Expert can reach £29,770 - £31,586 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Desktop Publishing Operator I £29,679
Intermediate Level Desktop Publishing Operator I £29,931
Senior Level Desktop Publishing Operator I £30,683
Specialist Level Desktop Publishing Operator I £30,834
Expert Level Desktop Publishing Operator I £30,934
£29,679 0 yr
£29,931 < 2 yrs
£30,683 2-4 yrs
£30,834 5-8 yrs
£30,934 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 1%
Intermediate Level 0%
Senior Level 3%
Specialist Level 3%
Expert Level 4%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Desktop Publishing Operator I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Desktop Publishing Operator I are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £32,217 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £30,053, and Manchester pays around £28,595 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Machine Operator I or Desktop Publishing Operator I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Machine Operator I makes less than a Desktop Publishing Operator I. A Machine Operator I earns an average annual salary of £20,891. And a Desktop Publishing Operator I earns an average annual salary of £29,831.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Machine Operator I
£16,469
£25,664
Computer Operator I
£16,441
£28,148
Wordprocessing Operator
£15,847
£31,787
Production Machine Operator I
£16,425
£25,596
Website Maintenance and Publishing Coordinator
£28,629
£43,484

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