Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer is responsible for producing all graphic design and job layouts in compliance with the work order specifications and/or manipulating customer artwork/files to become compatible with the center design and RIP software. In addition, this team member will be responsible for equipment operation to plot vinyl, print wide-format images/graphics, and laminate specified jobs. This person is responsible to perform daily and weekly file storage and system maintenance on equipment to ensure optimum productivity.

They will troubleshoot minor programs with computer systems and workflows as necessary. In addition, the Graphic Designer will assist in making the actual sign and graphics projects.

• Provides client education on proper submission of digital files.
• Work with clients in a consultative manner to understand their needs and provide guidance for the best solution.

• Operate plotter, laminator, and wide-format equipment to produce client jobs.
• Maintain and monitor server and backup routines for all files produced in the Graphics department.
• Operate desktop and/or copier scanners as needed.
• Operate and calibrate monitor, office printers/copiers, print equipment, etc., to ensure accurate color production and proofing.
• Clean and maintain all equipment.

• Maintain superior quality on all individual work.
• Work with team members to ensure superior quality on all jobs produced.

• Participate in daily production meetings.
• Work with management to reschedule workloads as necessary to meet promised due dates.
• Maintain a clean and organized Graphics area.
• Abide by center policies/procedures as outlined.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.

• Minimum of 2 years of education in graphic design or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience in the sign industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of sign industry substrates, media, and products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Professional, upbeat, positive attitude.
• Sharp attention to detail.
• Keen multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral team member.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with a diverse customer/prospect base.

• Flexi Sign – current version.
• Adobe Illustrator – current version.
• Adobe Photoshop – current version.
• Adobe Acrobat Professional – current version.
• Microsoft Office – current version (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Expertise in wide-format printers and Onyx RIP operation.
• Expertise in color management concepts and procedures.

Compensation: $18 - $22 hourly