Printing and Graphic Arts in Western Australia
Printing and graphic arts is one of the largest manufacturing sectors in Australia, encompassing paper, publishing and graphic communications, printing, packaging, print support services and 3D printing. It is a dynamic, complex and multifaceted industry servicing all parts of the economy with technological advancements refining systems and increasing business capability. Rapid technological change has driven the need for a flexible workforce with capabilities across multiple machines, software applications, design and production phases, as well as customer focused front of house sales and marketing.
As a result of rapid technological and market changes, the printing and graphic arts workforce is undergoing continual readjustment. Traditional pre-press and technical printing skills are still in demand but fewer workers are required. The technical workforce has greater capacity as it is freed up by innovations that improve speed and efficiency. Employment opportunities are emerging with a potential broadening of the services offered by this sector.
As a result of rapid technological and market changes, the printing and graphic arts workforce is undergoing continual readjustment. Traditional pre-press and technical printing skills are still in demand but fewer workers are required. The technical workforce has greater capacity as it is freed up by innovations that improve speed and efficiency. Employment opportunities are emerging with a potential broadening of the services offered by this sector.