Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist

Benefits:

• Free uniforms

• Paid time off

• Training & development

FASTSIGNS of Bedford Heights is hiring for a full-time experienced Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist to join our team!

Benefits/Perks:

• Competitive Pay

• Paid Vacation and Holiday

• Overtime Available Subject to Approval

• Year End Bonus Subject to Company Performance and Job Review

• Ongoing Training Opportunities

A Successful FASTSIGNS Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist Will:

• Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied

• Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, art files, or exact output of customer-provided design for output to media

• Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, select style and size of type, and arrange layout based upon available space, aesthetic design, and production requirements.

• Inspect jobs for accuracy prior to production. Ensure correct material is used for each job and output device settings are accurate

• Maintain customer logo library; convert graphic files

• Follow a layout to place computer-cut vinyl or full-color graphic image(s) on a predetermined substrate or medium

• Prepare substrates for vinyl application to include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, etc

• Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl, and complexity of images

• Operate and maintain large format printer, plotting machine, and laminator

• Perform quality assurance measures pre- and post-production by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards

• Perform finishing operations such as laminating and/or mounting of printed pieces

• Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the center manager/production manager or franchisee

• Interact with Customer by phone or face to face

• Clean and maintain work areas

Ideal Qualifications for FASTSIGNS Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist:

• 2-3 years of BOTH Graphic Design Experience and Sign Production Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Onyx Print Software

• Ability to prioritize jobs, multi-task, and work autonomously

• Determine the best output method based on the customer’s needs

• Sit and view a computer screen for long periods (4 hours or more)

• Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work

• Ability to stand for long periods of time (4 hours or more)

• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds

• Flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back and forth hand motion to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate

• Ability to use light power equipment

Do you enjoy working with people? Do you enjoy helping people solve problems by offering advice and consultation? Are you looking for a job that offers constant learning, skills growth and a career path? If so, we are looking for employees just like you in the ever-changing Sign Industry. Apply today!