What was the job market like for typesetters in their prime?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Typesetter
During their prime, particularly from the late 19th century to the 1980s, typesetters enjoyed a robust job market due to the booming print industry. Skilled typesetters were in high demand for newspapers, books, and advertising. However, the advent of digital technology in the late 20th century led to a significant decline in traditional typesetting jobs.