Senior Graphic Designer

Do you enjoy creating designs that become real-world products you can see throughout your community?

Gainesville Neon & Signs is looking for a Graphic Designer to join our team. This is more than a traditional design position. We're seeking a creative professional who can design impactful signage and contribute to the production process that brings those designs to life.

From vehicle graphics and dimensional signs to storefront branding and way finding systems, you'll play a key role in creating visual solutions that help businesses stand out. If you're looking for a creative, hands-on career in a collaborative environment with a regular schedule and weekends off, we'd love to hear from you.

• Read and interpret work orders to create accurate sign layouts and designs.
• Design custom signage, graphics, and visual branding solutions using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Prepare print-ready files and ensure artwork meets production requirements.
• Review and modify customer-supplied artwork for optimal print and fabrication results.
• Determine layout, typography, sizing, colors, and graphic placement based on design objectives and production specifications.
• Coordinate with customers and team members to expedite proofs, revisions, and artwork approvals.
• Operate vinyl plotters to produce cut-vinyl graphics and lettering.
• Assist with large-format printing and ensure production quality standards are met.
• Perform quality control reviews before and after production to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with production tasks, including vinyl application, weeding, laminating, mounting prints, cutting, painting, and substrate preparation.
• Support CNC operations and other sign fabrication processes.
• Assist with on-site and off-site sign installations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience in the sign, print, graphics, or visual communications industry is preferred.
• Strong understanding of print production and file preparation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to work on school campuses.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable using power tools and production equipment.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn all aspects of the sign-making process.

Minimal to Moderate Experience - $18-$23 hourly

Moderate to Extensive Experience - $23-$30 hourly

Paid training

Paid sick leave

Creative, casual, and team-oriented work environment

Opportunities to learn fabrication, production, and installation techniques

Work on a wide variety of projects seen throughout the community

At Gainesville Neon & Signs, we're a team of designers, fabricators, and installers who take pride in producing high-quality signage that helps businesses grow. We value:

Quality – Attention to detail and craftsmanship in everything we do.

Teamwork – Collaboration, communication, and supporting one another to achieve great results.

Creativity – Finding innovative solutions that help our customers stand out.

If you're passionate about design, enjoy hands-on work, and want to see your creations come to life throughout North Central Florida, we'd love to hear from you.

• Join Gainesville Neon & Signs and help create signage that makes an impact, from concept to installation.