The field of Graphic Communications offers countless opportunities in graphic-related occupations in a wide variety of production environments. As a result of the ever-increasing demand for communication materials there is also a constant and increasing need for skilled specialists who can produce this material.
Some examples are books, magazines, newspapers,brochures and business forms etc.
Salaries for industry professionals such as artists, electronic imagers, camera specialists, strippers, press people, binders and sales personnel will vary. Students completing one year of the program are eligible to take the State of Oregon Offset Printer II Examination. The possibilities for advancement are very good. A graduate may begin their career in one phase of production and advance through various specialties becoming more valuable as they gain experience. If the student shows leadership abilities he or she may move into supervisory positions.