▼42%
$27.39
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$23.66
MEDIAN
$27.39
90%
$38.94
The average hourly pay for a Prepress Manager is $27.39 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$24 - $39
Bonus
$0 - $3k
Total Pay
$51k - $90k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Prepress Managers?
What Do Prepress Managers Do?
Prepress Manager Tasks
- Oversee scheduling and activities of electronic prepress staff.
- Select and implement software to improve productivity and quality.
- Track and analyze quality and staffing problems, identifying fixes.
- Set and enforce standards for file transmission, proofing, equipment calibration, and other tasks.
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Common Health Benefits for a Prepress Manager
Medical
50%
Dental
50%
Vision
17%
None
50%
Gender Breakdown for Prepress Managers
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Prepress Managers
What is the highest pay for Prepress Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Prepress Manager is $38.94 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Prepress Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Prepress Manager is $23.66 / hour
How can Prepress Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Prepress Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Prepress Manager that oversees more junior Prepress Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.