Graphic communications is a growing, vital industry that touches all aspects of our lives.
Consider the following industry facts:
Printing is one of the largest industries in the nation and in the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan corridor. It typically ranks as one of the largest manufacturing groups in every state.
Nationally, printing has more establishments than any other industry - over 40,000. It ranks fourth in employment with about one million people, and it's sales of nearly $170 billion rank seventh.
The Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area ranks in the top 10 of metropolitan areas in number of plants, employment, and sales.
There are nearly 1,000 establishments who employ over 27,000 people.
Sales in this area approach $4 billion.
Average wages in the industry exceed $15 per hour, and many jobs are in the $20-25 per hour range. In addition, print firms typically provide excellent benefits.
For more information about the graphic communications industry locally or nationally, send e-mail or call Kerry Stackpole at 410-319-0900.
