Designer and Production Assistant; Environmental​/Commercial

809 Design is a nationally recognized leader in environmental design, fabrication, and retail display manufacturing. Powered by a forward-thinking network of designers, fabricators, and construction professionals, we deliver creative thinking, innovative building techniques, and industry-leading results.

Led by founder Eric Kucia, our team has spent more than 20 years helping thousands of businesses across the United States spotlight their brands, make bold statements, and create welcoming, memorable spaces.

We’re seeking a talented and versatile Commercial Designer/Production Assistant to join our team. In this role, you’ll work to support a wide range of design projects/clients. This is a great opportunity to build your portfolio while collaborating with a team that values fresh ideas and high-quality work.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys seeing their work fabricated, installed, and experienced in real spaces, and who understands the relationship between design, materials, and production.

We’re looking for someone who understands & has experienced that design:

• Leaves the screen
• Gets fabricated
• Gets installed
• Has real-world constraints

• Assist with the conceptualization and execution of commercial and environmental design projects
• Create original designs tailored to client needs, with consideration for scale, materials, and real-world use
• Revise designs based on client, project manager, and production team feedback
• Prepare production-ready and print-ready files for large-format output and fabrication
• Operate and maintain plotters and large-format printers (Onyx software)
• Manage printing, proofing, and color matching to ensure output quality and consistency
• Collaborate with project managers, fabricators, and installers to meet deadlines and specs
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, measurements, and installation drawings
• Work on projects involving interior environments, signage systems, and branded spaces
• Perform vinyl cutting, weeding, application, and laminating as needed
• Assist with fabrication and assembly of signage and displays
• Support shop workflow and production needs as required
• Stay current with tools, materials, and best practices in commercial design
• Show willingness to be trained and learn new skills across design and production

• Proven graphic design experience, preferably in commercial, environmental, or signage settings
• Familiarity with interior design projects and sign shop workflows
• Hands-on experience on production floor
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop required)
• Experience with plotters and large-format printers, especially Onyx software
• Skills in vinyl work, laminating, and basic fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and scaled drawings
• Strong visual judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Experience with printing processes and color matching
• Willingness to be trained, learn on the job, and travel as needed (primarily Southeast)
• Portfolio must include commercial, environmental, signage, retail, or large-format work
• Note:
  
  Digital-only or social-media-focused portfolios may not be a fit for this role

Send your resume, a short cover letter to  Tell us why you’re excited to work with 809 Design and share your favorite recent project.