As a cartographer of his work would produce maps and other detailed geographical charts, surveys and graphs. This information can be used in many ways, from maps for everyday use, a specialized graphics used by the industry, the topography or the armed forces.
Your work might involve updating existing maps, or mapping of the regions that have not been assigned before. You could use the latest high tech equipment and techniques to gather geographical information and to convert the data into visual images and graphics. Tasks may include:
· Design maps and the addition of color, symbols and scales

• Use of desktop publishing and specialist image manipulation software to produce and edit maps
· Checking the maps and graphics are correct and the scale
· Collection and analysis of remote sensing satellites and other sources
· Work closely with surveyors and designers
· Use of geographical information systems (GIS) to model and analyze the characteristics of the landscape
· Use of digital photogrammetric equipment to plot the heights and positions of geographic features from aerial photographs
• Conduct topographic (land) and hydrographic surveys (marine).