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Film Development Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

PrePress Technician

Oconomowoc, WI ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24.75/hr

They provide complex, high-quality graphics for most unsupported film applications in the marketplace, along with research and development expertise in new product design as well as on-site technical ...

Senior Project Engineer

Shawano, WI ยท On-site

$93K - $121K/yr

Rapids Green Bay supplies printed film, paper, and nonwovens. Rapids Shawano has three paper ... development, bid evaluation, and award decisions to secure best value โ€ข Select and apply ...

Assistant Machine Operator

Sussex, WI ยท On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

What You'll Do Production & Equipment Support * Assist in the operation of blown film extrusion ... Paid Training & Development - We set our employees up for success from day one. New team members ...

Senior Project Engineer

Shawano, WI ยท On-site

$93K - $121K/yr

Rapids Green Bay supplies printed film, paper, and nonwovens. Rapids Shawano has three paper ... Lead contracting processes including RFP development, bid evaluation, and award decisions to secure ...

... Development and Strategy Implementation * Responsible for developing and implementing a cohesive, business-aligned long-term Category Strategy for BOPET Film across the region, aligned with the ...

PrePress Technician

Oconomowoc, WI ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24.75/hr

They provide complex, high-quality graphics for most unsupported film applications in the marketplace, along with research and development expertise in new product design as well as on-site technical ...

Film. Fun! Marcus Theatres: where talented people find limitless opportunities! Join the Marcus ... development. * Evaluate key performance indicators to drive guest satisfaction and results.

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How much do film development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for film development in Wisconsin is $71,005.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $90,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in film development?

To excel in Film Development, you need a solid understanding of storytelling, script analysis, and market trends, usually supported by a degree in film, media, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software like Final Draft, scheduling tools, and rights management systems is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback set top professionals apart. These competencies are crucial for identifying promising projects, nurturing creative relationships, and guiding films from concept to production.

What is the difference between Film Development vs Film Production?

AspectFilm DevelopmentFilm Production
Primary FocusConcept creation, script development, securing fundingActual filming, editing, and post-production
Required SkillsCreative writing, project planning, industry knowledgeTechnical skills, project management, coordination
Work EnvironmentOffice, meetings, script workshopsOn-set, filming locations, editing suites
Common EmployersStudios, production companies, independent filmmakers

Film Development involves creating the story, securing funding, and preparing the project for filming. Film Production focuses on executing the filming process, managing crews, and completing the movie. Both roles are essential in the filmmaking process but differ in their focus and activities.

What is film development?

Film development refers to the process of taking a film project from the initial idea or script through various stages of planning and preparation before production begins. This includes activities like securing rights, assembling a creative team, refining scripts, finding financing, and creating a production plan. Professionals in film development work closely with writers, directors, producers, and studios to shape a project and evaluate its potential for success. Their goal is to ensure that films are fully prepared and viable before moving into the actual production phase.

How does a professional in film development typically collaborate with writers, directors, and producers during the early stages of a project?

In Film Development, professionals work closely with writers to refine scripts, providing feedback and guidance to align the story with production goals and market trends. They also collaborate with directors to ensure the creative vision is achievable within budget and logistical constraints, and with producers to assess project viability and secure necessary resources. Regular meetings, script notes, and pitch sessions are common, fostering a team-oriented environment where open communication is key to moving a project from concept to greenlight.
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Infographic showing various Film Development job openings in Wisconsin as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,005 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

PrePress Technician

CL&D Graphics LLC

Oconomowoc, WI โ€ข On-site

$18.50 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

At ProMach, we’re looking for people who want to shine. You’ll have opportunities to take your career in the direction you want. You can be creative. Strategic. Persuasive. Influential. A mechanical marvel. A customer service authority. Meticulous. A closer. A futurist.

You’ll be challenged and rewarded. Improve our customers’ packaging performance and efficiency every day. Help build the future of packaging automation. We’re proud of that and hope you will be too.

Do we have your attention? Keep reading.

CL&D has a great opportunity for an PrePress Technician in Oconomowoc, WI.

The PrePress Technician uses MAC/PC extensively to modify and produce art and copy prints for the production of custom labels in a fast-paced, digital printing environment. Works efficiently and effectively with colleagues from Graphics, Sales, R&D, Production and Customer Service.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with electronic, customer supplied art files making color, text and digital image corrections to ensure the proper format, appearance and layout of final production files.
  • Ability to change file format received from customer to current software required.
  • Ability to take instructions from Prepress Planner and follow the CL&D standard operating procedures for template layout, typesetting, copy changes, digital image corrections, separating colors, making files digital print ready to produce an optimized art file to meet customer expectations.
  • Create electronic and printed proofs per customer demand. Work with Press operator and Customer Service as necessary to signoff files for printing.
  • Prepare layout prints for internal and external customers, supervisor or other colleagues as requested.
  • Verify quality layout prints, proofs and files by checking for content accuracy and adhering to prepress standards.
  • Represent the company professionally at all times.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area daily.

Qualifications and Abilities:

  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products; Database software; Design software; and Graphics MAC software programs, as necessary. Proficient computer graphics skills including use of current and recent versions of all industry standard applications. These include but are not limited to Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Individuals are expected to be able to produce work from within all Macintosh and Windows client/server operating systems. Experience with Esko Workflow Management is a plus.
  • Read and interpret documents in written, oral or design format such as templates, communications, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Must have strong oral and written communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be able to demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills to multi-task and prioritize multiple objectives/tasks with high level of detail orientation.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
  • Associates Degree from a related field; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits:

Salary is only a part of a well-developed compensation program. As a Pro Mach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your pay (base salary), very comprehensive medical/dental programs as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, a retirement savings plan with a company match and a wellness program. There is no waiting period for benefits—you are eligible on your first day of employment.

Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach complies with all states mandating the use of E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

About CL&D:

With facilities in Wisconsin and South Carolina, CL&D Graphics offers roll-fed film and pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, pouches, lidding, and preprinted thermoform solutions to consumer packaged goods companies across North America. They provide complex, high-quality graphics for most unsupported film applications in the marketplace, along with research and development expertise in new product design as well as on-site technical support for packaging solutions to ensure consistent, attention-grabbing products in the marketplace. Additionally, CL&D Digital produces short run, production quality prototypes and promotional samples to help bring products to market quickly with no minimum orders and rapid delivery for companies of all sizes.

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