Colorado Technical University

What kind of skills and education are needed to run a Signs/logo/signage manufacturing co?

In other words, what kind of degree would I most likely need to pursue a career in this industry? Graphic design, Engineering....etc? Per say If I wanted to sale and manufacture signs for other corporations, what is the market like for this type of work? Is it in demand? What kind of salary could I look forward to?

Public Comments

1. The sign industry is huge. There is room for almost any kind of job you want to do. Most smaller places won't need a degree for any of the positions. Large companies will want experience much more than they will a degree, though anytime you get someone with a degree in management they will want to hire degrees. Graphic designers at sign shops usually do pretty simple stuff. Extremely experienced design people usually work for another company and outsource all their printing. The market is tied very strongly to the local market. The national scene is very competitive and difficult to start without substantial experience and capital. Salary is tied strongly to performance. Most of the time you will be around average levels for your degree or experience