Print and Publishing
The print and publishing industry has, as with many industries, evolved to take on board the new technology of computers and computer aided design. While print and publishing has in the past been a career area where you could learn the necessary skills on the job, the use of modern technology means that a formal training has become increasingly important. If you want to maximize your opportunities in the world of print and publishing, then you should seriously consider a one year program at a vocational school or an associate's or bachelor's degree in graphic arts or a related field.
What Print and Publishing Classes should I Take?
Desktop publishing is showing above average employment growth, making it a good area in which to train. Courses will focus on computer applications and the way in which they can be used to facilitate a wide range of print and publishing tasks. You can study fundamentals of graphics arts, page layout, and computerized typesetting. Other courses will give you marketable skills in brochure design, product packaging, and web site design.
A Day in Print and Publishing
You have a wide choice of jobs, so your days will vary accordingly. You could find yourself involved in any or all aspects of creating printed pages, working on layout, choice of type, graphic content, and even text. You might have input on books, magazines, packaging, cards, or many other projects. The rapid growth of the Internet means that the skills you learn in print and publishing could also equip you for many aspects of website design and publishing.
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