Graphic Designer / Signs Production - Entry Level

About us

At FASTSIGNS®, our goal is to collaborate with our clients to deliver the right communication solutions that address their business challenges and help their company reach its full potential. It’s our job to make them look great, and we have both the sign and marketing knowledge, as well as the product expertise to help them do just that.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Production Specialist /Graphic Design Specialist has a dual role working in the production area and in design.

In the sign production room, this position is responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembly of signs using computer-cut vinyl and wide-format full-color prints. Sign assembly includes cutting and prepping substrates, then applying vinyl or other media according to written instructions. Also, setting up and operating the laminator to apply lam and/or mount digital imaged products is required. Proofreading and ensuring the quality and accuracy of signs is a must.

Knowledge of vehicle lettering and/or wrapping is a plus.

In the design room, this position is responsible for creating computer-generated vinyl and/or full-color graphics output that can be weeded, cut and applied or printed and mounted to a substrate. This may involve various levels of artistic creativity and will ultimately lead to the complete or modified design from customer drawings, files, or exact duplication of customer-provided designs for output to media. Most designs are not complicated, but a good eye for proportion, spacing and symetry are essential.

FASTSIGNS has an extensive library of classes available to all employees to gain additional knowledge of all aspects of the sign industry.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1 YEAR of Sign & Graphics Experience or related fields of study.

Print Industry, Art Layout, Store Merchandiser/Display Assembler, Art Students are encouraged to apply, as this a great place to hone your design skills.

Knowledge of Adobe Software Suite & G-Suite

Ability to work hands-on with vinyl, paper and substrates.

DESIGN ROOM RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritize each day to efficiently and cost-effectively schedule the workflow.
• Determine the best output method based on the customer’s needs.
• Read and interpret Work Orders.
• Work with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.
• Prepare comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of the client or supervisor.
• Inspect jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printer. Ensure the correct material is used for each job and output device settings are accurate.
• Provide proofs as necessary, using the FASTSIGNS online proofing system, for customer approval.
• Maintain all equipment, including computers, plotters and printers (water-soluble printers, solvent ink printers, etc.).
• Minimize waste by efficiently using ink, media, laminates, and vinyl; notify manager/owner of low inventory.
• Communicate with other employees, Sales/Service members on job requirements, timing, and special needs; Sign Maker(s) on job input and output; Production Manager/Center Manager on inventory needs for computer supplies.
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PRODUCTION ROOM RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full color graphic image(s) on a predetermined substrate or medium.
• Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl and complexity of image. Know how and when to use each technique.
• Help unload raw materials; clean and maintain storage areas.
• Work on different projects simultaneously.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.

Communicate with other employees in a calm and professional manner; express yourself verbally and listen well.

• Increase knowledge of computer graphic design and sign making through reading trade publications and independent study.
• Keep the areas neat, clean, and organized.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work.
• 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.
• Ability to work from a ladder and not afraid of heights.

Valid Washington driver's license and reliable transportation required.

We are a Drug Free workplace.

There is opportunity for advancement. We are looking for a career-minded individual.

Full-time: Monday - Friday / No evenings or weekends

Flexibility in scheduling to help meet family obligations

Experience:

• Sign Production / Design: 1 year (Preferred)

License:

• WA Drivers License (Required)

Work Remotely

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