Print the Future: Ready to be part of bringing ideas, stories, and designs to life in vibrant colour? Step into the dynamic and technologically advanced world of Printing with an apprenticeship that puts you at the heart of visual communication! You’ll join the ranks of skilled professionals who operate sophisticated machinery to produce everything from magazines and packaging to labels, signs, and cutting-edge digital prints.

As an apprentice, you’ll gain extensive hands-on experience across various printing processes and technologies. You can expect to dive in and learn how to:

• Set up and operate printing presses, whether traditional (like offset) or modern digital printers, ensuring precise registration and colour accuracy.
• Prepare and handle materials, including different types of paper, inks, and plates, and perform quality checks on printed products.

And lots more…

The Qualification: Certificate III in Print Manufacturing (Printing) (PMC30321)

This qualification covers a range of specialisations, including:

• Digital Printing
• Offset Printing
• Flexographic Printing
• Gravure Printing
• Screen Printing

Benefits of Gaining Qualification:

You’ll earn a wage while training in a versatile and essential trade that bridges creativity with technology, constantly evolving with new innovations. This apprenticeship equips you with highly practical and sought-after skills that are crucial in sectors like publishing, packaging, advertising, and textile printing across Victoria. You’ll develop expertise in print production processes, colour management, graphic software integration, machine maintenance, and quality control, building a solid foundation for a rewarding career. Your skills will be pivotal in producing high-quality printed materials that inform, persuade, and entertain.

Outcomes After Qualification:

Upon completion, you’ll be ready to specialise in roles such as:

• Printer (Offset/Digital/Flexographic/Gravure/Screen): Operate and maintain specific types of printing presses to produce various printed materials.
• Pre-press Operator: Prepare digital files for printing, ensuring they meet technical specifications for optimal output.
• Finishing Operator: Work on post-press processes like cutting, folding, binding, and laminating printed products.
• Print Production Coordinator: With experience, move into roles overseeing print jobs and managing production schedules.

How Long?

An Apprenticeship typically takes 36-48 months (approximately 3 to 4 years), but it truly depends on each individual and how quickly you can complete your competencies.

What to Expect:

Prepare for a dynamic blend of hands-on practical work in a printing environment (such as a commercial print shop or in-house print department) and theoretical classroom learning. You’ll work with advanced printing machinery, various materials, and software, mastering precision setup, colour matching, troubleshooting techniques, and adherence to strict quality standards. This trade requires an eye for detail, technical aptitude, and the satisfaction of seeing your work transform from digital file to tangible product. Your expertise will be fundamental in creating the visual content that permeates our daily lives.

Ready to Make Your Mark in Print?

Begin your journey with a Printing apprenticeship and gain the skills to thrive in a rewarding career, bringing designs to life and contributing to the vibrant world of visual communication.