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Graphic designer and pre-press for GK Signs
reignited my passion for design, and I’m excited to see where these new skills will take me.
What advice do you have for other young people looking to get started with their own career in the print industry? It’s important to stay up to date with new software, machines, and materials to remain relevant. It’s important to be adaptable as every day is never the same, whether you’re handling large projects, new customers, or tight deadlines. Everything is a learning opportunity, so don’t be too hard on yourself when things don’t go as planned. Be open to opportunities like The Printing Charity’s Rising Star Awards and similar programmes as you’ll never know what you’re capable of if you don’t give it a chance.
Would you recommend working in the print industry? If so, why? Yes, I personally find the print industry extremely rewarding as you get to see the final result and feel a real sense of pride knowing that you played a part in creating it.
I still remember the excitement of seeing something I worked on out in the real world for the first time and I still feel the same excitement today. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, technical environment and want to create work that feels meaningful and tangible then I would definitely recommend the print industry.
What skills and advice have you picked up over time that have stuck with you? I’ve gained valuable skills across a wide range of machines and software over the past few years. Understanding how the production equipment
works has really helped me when designing and setting up artwork for pre-press, because it gives me a clearer idea of what the production team needs. I’ve also learned that building strong relationships with people in different departments, such as sales and production, makes a huge difference.
It not only helps you improve in your role but also
makes the workflow smoother because at the end of the day you’re all a team.
What is it that you enjoy most about working in the print industry? I’d have to say the best part is the feeling I get when I see something printed, installed, or posted on social media that I played a role in creating, especially when it’s been a challenging project.
I think we all want to feel like we’re making a difference in the world and for me it’s seeing something I’ve created out in the world that makes me feel proud and valued. I’ve also found that the people in the print
industry are wonderful, and I’ve been able to build some really meaningful relationships.
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LEARNED THAT BUILDING STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH PEOPLE IN DIFFERENT DEPARTMENTS, SUCH AS SALES AND PRODUCTION, MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE
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