Graphic Designer and Production Specialist
Job in
Carpentersville, Kane County, Illinois, 60110, USA
Listing for:
FASTSIGNS International. Inc
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-03
Job specializations:
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Creative Arts/Media
Digital Media / Production, Graphic Designer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Training & development
Graphic Designer and Production Specialist
Position Description
The Graphic Designer and Production Specialist has a dual role working in the computer room and production room as needed. In the computer room, this position is 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. This may involve various levels of artistic creativity and will ultimately lead to the complete or modified design from customer drawings, files, or exact output of customer-provided design for output to media.
In the production room, this position is responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full color printouts. Sign assembly includes preparing substrates and applying vinyl or other media, mounting and/or laminating prints and operating and setting up the laminator for over-laminating, encapsulation, or mounting of digital imaged products according to instructions.
Proofreading signs and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs is also a responsibility.
Classification
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Computer Room Responsibilities
Prioritize each day to schedule the workflow efficiently and cost-effectively.Determine the best output method based on the customer’s need.Read and interpret a Work Order.Work with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.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.Prepare comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of client or supervisor.Allocate appropriate amount of time to each Work Order.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.Image Sourcing: locate photos, understand copyright laws and release/usage requirements, knowledge of resources to buy stock images, work with service bureaus to create output beyond store capability, and understand resolution options and optimal enlargement specifications from image vendors and image originals.Provide proofs as necessary for customer approval.Perform daily/weekly computer back-ups, archive files as necessary.Maintain all equipment including computers, plotters, and printer(s).Maintain accurate electronic record of File Storage and Disks following brand standards.Minimize waste by efficiently using ink, media, laminates, foils, and vinyl; notify supervisor of low inventory.Communicate with other employees, Sales/Service members on job requirements, timing, and special needs;
Production team on job input and output;
Production Manager/Center Manager on inventory needs for computer supplies.Production Room Responsibilities
Prioritize each day to schedule the workflow efficiently and cost-effectively.Follow a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic image(s) on a pre-determined substrate or medium.Prepare substrates for application. This may include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning and maintaining the substrates for application.Maintain and operate printer(s) as required. Printers may include solvent ink, latex ink and/or UV curable ink.Weed excess vinyl from computer cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl and complexity of image. Know how and when to use each technique.Perform quality assurance measures pre- and post-construction by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards (bubbles, rough edges, loose seams).Perform finishing operations such as laminating, encapsulating, and/or mounting of printed pieces.Install signs when necessary.Operate the laminator while maintaining proper fit and settings. Thread laminating or…
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