Graphics Designer​/Sign Production Specialist

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

FASTSIGNS of Bedford Heights is hiring for a full-time experienced Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist to join our team!

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Holiday
• Overtime Available Subject to Approval
• Year End Bonus Subject to Company Performance and Job Review
• Ongoing Training Opportunities

A Successful FASTSIGNS Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist Will:

• 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, art 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 prior to production. 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 large format printer, plotting machine, and laminator
• 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
• Interact with Customer by phone or face to face
• Clean and maintain work areas

• 2-3 years of BOTH Graphic Design Experience and Sign Production Experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Onyx Print Software
• 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
• 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 use light power equipment

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!