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GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR

1. ADVISING AND INTERACTING WITH OTHERS - These questions test for the ability to interact with other people in order to gather and present information and to provide assistance and advice in a courteous and professional manner.

2. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF PUBLICATION PRODUCTION - These questions test for knowledge of the basic principles, practices and terminology related to the production of printed materials. Topics may include size, format, layout, paper and ink, reproduction methods, and design of text and graphics.

3. PREPARATION AND UTILIZATION OF GRAPHICS - These questions test for knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology, and equipment related to preparing graphic materials for print or display. Questions may cover such aspects as choosing graphic materials, producing and manipulating hand-drawn or computer-generated illustrative materials, and making choices regarding graphic layout and design.

4. PREPARING COPY FOR PRINTING/REPRODUCTION - These questions test for knowledge of the principles, practices, and terminology related to the preparation of copy for print or display. Topics may include such aspects as entering text using a computer or composing machine, making choices regarding copy layout and design, and following copy specifications and guidelines.

The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates may find information in the publication 'General Guide to Written Tests' helpful in

preparing for this test. This publication is available on line at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm.

USE OF CALCULATORS IS ALLOWED

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