Working Conditions for Desktop publishersDesktop publishers usually work in clean, air-conditioned office areas with little noise. They generally work an 8-hour day, 5 days a week. Some workers work night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Desktop publishers often are subject to stress and the pressures of short deadlines and tight work schedules. Like other workers who spend long hours working in front of a computer monitor, they may be susceptible to eyestrain, back discomfort, and hand and wrist problems. More information on Desktop publishers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Desktop publishers occupation Number of Desktop publishers in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Desktop publishers Working conditions for Desktop publishers Significant points for Desktop publishers Training requirements for Desktop publishers Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |