Careers in Printing: Information to help you choose.

A Career in Print Communication

If you want a career that is constantly challenging and allows you to make a difference you should consider print communication. Most companies promote from within so an entry level position can lead to senior position where aptitude and upgrading allow. There are positions for a wide range of people from minimum wage situations to over $35.00 per hour. Many shops operate on continental shifts (4 -12 hour shifts) which allow for a 3 day weekend every week.

Education Opportunities

Full print training:
Jasper Place Composite High School
Norquest College
SAIT ( Southern Alberta Institute of Technology)

Graphic Design Courses
NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)
GMCC (Grant MacEwan Community College)

SCHOLARSHIPS

If you are training to take a position in the printing communication industry you should be aware that there are scholarships available at the following institutions:
Jasper Place Composite High School - $200.00 scholarships – for programs taken in print communications as part of the high school program
CPIA Scholarship - $250.00 for each year of the program. Must maintain a 3.0 GPA
SAIT – CPIA Scholarships
Ryerson University – print management program – CPIA Scholarships

Additional Information

	Skills Chart
	An overview of some of the skill in a print organization. Looking to start your own print shop? This PDF might be a great place to give you a feel for the skills needed.

	Career Path
	Not just a weekend job. With printing you have options.

	Job Descriptions
	A collection of three documents covering Finishing, Pre-Press and Press Operator Skills Word Version 64kb, PDF 196kb.

Binding and Finishing Machine Operators

Digital Printing Machine Operator

Pre-Press Technician

Printing Press Operator