What does a Bookbinder do?

You make books, albums and boxes by hand or machine.

What education does Bookbinder require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (48 months)

How much does a Bookbinder earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 45'000, mid ~CHF CHF 58'000 per year (approximate).

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Bookbinder

Crafts & Construction

Bookbinders produce books, albums, and boxes by hand or by machine. They restore old books, bind individual pieces, and process various materials such as leather, fabric, and paper. The craft combines tradition with creative design.

Entry

~CHF 45'000

CHF 3'750/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 58'000

CHF 4'833/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 75'000

CHF 6'250/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration48 months

Your path to Bookbinder

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 45'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science2/10

💻 IT2/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic4/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity5/10

🤝 Social Contact4/10

💪 Physical Demands5/10

📈 Career Growth4/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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