Position Summary
We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer / Print Shop Production Specialist to join our team. This role combines graphic design expertise with hands-on print production experience to create and produce high-quality branding materials, corporate logos, racing graphics, vehicle wraps, signage, and marketing collateral. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable designing creative concepts and managing the technical aspects of large-format printing and production.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop custom logos, brand identities, marketing materials, racing graphics, vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, and signage.
- Create production-ready artwork for large-format printing, vinyl graphics, decals, banners, trade show displays, and promotional materials.
- Collaborate with clients to develop creative concepts, present design options, and implement revisions.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Prepare, operate, and maintain large-format printing equipment and production workflows.
- Set up files, color profiles, and output specifications for commercial-grade printing equipment.
- Operate Epson large-format printers, plotters, vinyl printers, laminators, and related finishing equipment.
- Perform quality control checks to ensure color accuracy, sizing, print quality, and production consistency.
- Prepare cut files, print-and-cut layouts, vehicle wrap templates, and installation-ready graphics.
- Coordinate with production and installation teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Maintain organized project files, printer settings, material inventories, and production records.
- Troubleshoot printer, plotter, and production issues as needed.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional graphic design experience in a print shop, sign shop, vehicle wrap company, graphics production environment, or related industry.
- Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Strong experience designing vehicle wraps, racing graphics, fleet graphics, signage, and large-format graphics.
- Hands-on experience operating Epson large-format printers, plotters, laminators, and related print production equipment.
- Experience preparing files for large-format printing, vinyl cutting, and commercial print production.
- Strong understanding of color management, print specifications, file setup, and production workflows.
- Knowledge of vinyl materials, wrap templates, installation requirements, and large-format printing processes.
- Excellent branding, typography, layout, and visual communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in motorsports, racing, automotive branding, or vehicle customization industries.
- Familiarity with HP Latex, Epson SureColor, Roland, Mimaki, Mutoh, Graphtec, or Summa production equipment.
- Experience with vehicle wrap installation or wrap production processes.
- Knowledge of signage fabrication, finishing equipment, and commercial print shop operations.
- Experience producing graphics for fleet vehicles, trailers, race cars, boats, storefronts, and commercial branding projects.
Key Competencies
- Graphic Design & Branding
- Vehicle Wrap Design
- Racing & Motorsports Graphics
- Large-Format Print Production
- Epson Printer Operation
- Plotter & Vinyl Cutter Operation
- Color Management
- Print File Preparation
- Project Management
- Quality Control
- Client Communication
- Production Workflow Management
Portfolio Requirement
A portfolio showcasing logo design, branding projects, vehicle wraps, racing graphics, signage, large-format print projects, and production-ready artwork is required for consideration.