FastSigns
Graphic Designer/ Production Manager
FastSigns, Coral Springs, Florida, United States,
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you highly motivated, detail oriented, and creative? Are you up for a challenge, eager to learn, and looking to join an established and fast-growing company? If so, we're looking for talented and inspired candidates who are focused on teamwork, task completion, and customer satisfaction. If you are looking for a rewarding career, not just another job, then come join our team as a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist!
As a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist, you will have dual roles designing and fabricating signs until the center has grown to the point of hiring additional staff and separating the roles.
In the designer role you will be responsible for creating computer generated vinyl and/or full color graphics output that can be weeded, cut, and applied or printed and mounted to a substrate. In the production role, you will be responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full color printouts, which includes proofreading and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs. The ideal candidate is a creative, self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.
RESPONSIBILITIESPrioritizes each day to efficiently and cost-effectively schedule the workflowWorks with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printerProvides proofs as necessaryPerforms daily/weekly computer back-upsMaintains all equipment including computers, plotters, and printers (water-soluble printers, thermal transfer printers, solvent ink printers, etc.)Maintains accurate electronic and paper record of File Storage and DisksFollows a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic images on a pre-determined substrate or mediumPrepares substrates for applicationPerforms finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting of printed piecesInstalls signs when necessaryWorks on different projects simultaneouslyEstablishes and maintains effective team relationships with all support departmentsFollows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codesQUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required; advanced education degree preferred, but not requiredStrong PC and Mac skills and internet, publishing software, and sign production software skillsPrevious experience as a graphic designer, sign-related computer operator, or in desktop publishing required, including an advanced level of experience using Adobe applicationsPrevious Experience fabricating and producing signs and graphicsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to work well under pressure to output high volume, high quality workAble to sit and view a computer screen for long periodsAble to lift 50 or more poundsMust have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrateBENEFITS
Excellent Advancement OpportunitiesCasual and creative work environmentPerformance BonusHolidaysPaid VacationSick TimeFormal Ongoing Training ProgramFormal On-the-Job Training ProgramPaid TrainingUniforms Provided
Compensation: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.
Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.
Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.
Are you highly motivated, detail oriented, and creative? Are you up for a challenge, eager to learn, and looking to join an established and fast-growing company? If so, we're looking for talented and inspired candidates who are focused on teamwork, task completion, and customer satisfaction. If you are looking for a rewarding career, not just another job, then come join our team as a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist!
As a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist, you will have dual roles designing and fabricating signs until the center has grown to the point of hiring additional staff and separating the roles.
In the designer role you will be responsible for creating computer generated vinyl and/or full color graphics output that can be weeded, cut, and applied or printed and mounted to a substrate. In the production role, you will be responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full color printouts, which includes proofreading and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs. The ideal candidate is a creative, self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.
RESPONSIBILITIESPrioritizes each day to efficiently and cost-effectively schedule the workflowWorks with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printerProvides proofs as necessaryPerforms daily/weekly computer back-upsMaintains all equipment including computers, plotters, and printers (water-soluble printers, thermal transfer printers, solvent ink printers, etc.)Maintains accurate electronic and paper record of File Storage and DisksFollows a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic images on a pre-determined substrate or mediumPrepares substrates for applicationPerforms finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting of printed piecesInstalls signs when necessaryWorks on different projects simultaneouslyEstablishes and maintains effective team relationships with all support departmentsFollows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codesQUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required; advanced education degree preferred, but not requiredStrong PC and Mac skills and internet, publishing software, and sign production software skillsPrevious experience as a graphic designer, sign-related computer operator, or in desktop publishing required, including an advanced level of experience using Adobe applicationsPrevious Experience fabricating and producing signs and graphicsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to work well under pressure to output high volume, high quality workAble to sit and view a computer screen for long periodsAble to lift 50 or more poundsMust have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrateBENEFITS
Excellent Advancement OpportunitiesCasual and creative work environmentPerformance BonusHolidaysPaid VacationSick TimeFormal Ongoing Training ProgramFormal On-the-Job Training ProgramPaid TrainingUniforms Provided
Compensation: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.
Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.
Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.