What is a print shop manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a print shop manager

1. Explore print shop manager education requirements

   Most common print shop manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   42.6 %

   Associate

   32.4 %

   High School Diploma

   11.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific print shop manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Print Shop Equipment	26.48%
   Customer Service	16.67%
   In-House	9.05%
   Graphic Design	8.33%
   Layout Principles	5.32%

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3. Complete relevant print shop manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New print shop managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a print shop manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real print shop manager resumes.

4. Research print shop manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage manufacturing of CD's and DVD's (including purchasing, offset and screen printing, and packaging).
   • Manage inventory and payment to suppliers in addition to managing payroll and other administrative tasks.
   • Produce copies, reprographic maps, comb bound books, reports, PDF documents.
   • Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make inform decisions while successfully guiding others through constant change.

5. Apply for print shop manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a print shop manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams