Graphic Designer and Sign Production Specialist Job at FASTSIGNS #430701 in Port

FASTSIGNS is hiring for a Full-time Graphic Designer and Sign Production Specialist to join our team! Does the idea of seeing your work as you’re driving to work seem rewarding and exciting? Do you have great respect for brand standards and take pride in craftsmanship and excellence? Are you an independent worker that thrives on pushing your skills and experience to new heights? Benefits/Perks: Competitive Pay Paid Vacation and Holidays 2 weeks all expenses paid training in Dallas, TX Performance Bonus Ongoing Training Opportunities We are looking for a Graphic Designer and Sign Production Specialist who possesses the maturity, passion, and energy to collaborate with others on the team. We need someone who can see beyond what is presented and design something that excites and inspires but can appreciate there is also a place for simple, clean, and eye-catching. A Successful FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer and Sign Production Specialist Will: Graphic Design Functions 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, 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 before sending them to output. Ensure correct material is used for each job and output device settings are accurate Maintain customer logo library; convert graphic files Sign Production Specialist Functions 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 printer(s) 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. Clean and maintain storage areas Ideal Qualifications and Experience for FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer and Sign Production Specialist: 1-2 years of graphic design experience required 1-2 years in sign production preferred High School diploma or equivalent Proficient in Adobe Illustrator 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 work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work Ability to use light power equipment 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 Compensation Targe: 20.00 to 25.00 / per hour + benefits + PTO 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! 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.