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Job Seekers: Navigating an Employer’s Market
How to Stand Out in Print and Graphics If you’re looking for a new position in the commercial printing, packaging, or graphic communications industries, you’ve probably noticed: It’s not as easy as it was a few years ago. Today’s hiring climate is an employer’s market. They’re getting more applications and taking time to choose the […]
Hiring Right Now: How to Make the Most of an Employer’s Market
In 2024 and well into 2025, we have seen a clear shift in the employment landscape across commercial printing, packaging, marketing, and graphic communications. The talent pool has grown, and so have employer expectations. Companies are now more selective, looking for the ideal mix of skills, experience, and adaptability. Welcome to the employer’s market. If […]
Avoid the Hidden Risks of Misclassifying Employees
When businesses need workers, the question of classification arises: Should these workers be treated as W-2 employees or independent contractors? Misclassifying employees as independent contractors can have significant financial and legal consequences, making it critical for companies to understand the risks and the benefits of getting it right. As en employer, you have two options […]
Looking for a Workplace with Ethical Integrity? Help Create It!
If you’re searching for your next opportunity in commercial print, mail, or graphic communications, here’s something to consider beyond the job description and salary: Is this a place where I’ll feel respected, safe, and supported with ethical integrity? Workplace ethics might sound like a company problem, but they’re also a personal career issue. When you […]
From Values to Action: Developing Ethics in the Modern Workplace
In the deadline-driven world of print, mail, and graphic communications, top-notch equipment and skilled employees are essential—but they aren’t enough. The modern workforce increasingly values something else: clear and consistent ethics in the company’s culture. Today’s job candidates–especially Millennials and Gen Zs in the post-pandemic era–are looking beyond pay and benefits. They want to know […]
How to Get Started With Semper as a Job Seeker and Look Great Doing It!
If you’re a job seeker looking for work in commercial printing, packaging, warehousing, or mailing services, connecting with the right staffing agency can open doors to steady, well-paying job opportunities. Semper LLC specializes in staffing for the graphic communications industry and has helped thousands of people find employment across the U.S.
What Unionization Means for Employees in Print and Packaging
Unionization is gaining momentum across industries, including the graphic communications sector. Workers are increasingly turning to unions as a means of securing fair wages, improved benefits, and stronger job protections. As more employees consider organizing, it’s important to understand both the advantages and challenges that come with union membership.
Unions in Print: What Employers Need to Know
Unionization is a growing topic in today’s workforce, with two-thirds of Americans supporting unions and an even stronger backing among workers under 30. For businesses in the graphic communications industry, including commercial printing, packaging, and display graphics, understanding the implications of unionization is essential.
Costs of In-house Hiring vs Outsourcing: Payrolling Companies Add Up to a Good Choice
Hiring new employees is a complex and costly process that requires careful consideration and can add up quickly. These expenses range from direct expenses like job ads and onboarding materials to more indirect costs, like lost productivity during the ramp-up period. Many business owners and HR departments find themselves weighing the benefits of outsourcing their […]
Innovative Employee Benefits for On-Site Workers Can Lead to Increased Productivity and Wellbeing
As a hiring agency specializing in commercial printing, graphic communications, packaging, mailing, and warehousing, we understand the unique challenges of attracting and retaining talent, especially for roles that must be performed on-site. Offering innovative and appealing employee benefits can make all the difference in recruiting and retaining top-tier talent for these positions. We dived into […]