Signage Graphic Designer / Sign Production Job at FASTSIGNS #171801 in Saint Pet

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Job Opportunity

Having served our customers for 27 years, FASTSIGNS of St. Petersburg is IMMEDIATELY hiring for a Full-time Signage Graphic Designer/Sign Production to join our team! If so inclined, reach out IN-PERSON for rapid, direct and personal response. Visit our WEBSITE to understand who we are in more detail.

Benefits/Perks:

• Competitive Pay
• Standard Work Week
• Paid Vacation and Holiday
• Production Performance Bonus
• Advancement Opportunity Available Within
• Ongoing Training Opportunities
• Retirement Plan (after intro period)

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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 to various substrates (PVC, ACM, ACR, etc.).
• Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the center manager/production manager or franchisee.
• Clean and maintain storage areas.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Experience having worked for a SIGN COMPANY.
• 1-2 years of graphic design experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and/or Adobe Photoshop.
• 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 of high-quality signage products.
• 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.
• Be willing to install signage at customer location(s).

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. Please submit your application today!