Sign Maker

Peninsula Signs Ltd.; Sidney; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A graphic design firm in British Columbia is looking for a skilled individual to create and assemble graphic materials. Responsibilities include consulting with clients on design needs, preparing layouts, and maintaining a clean work environment. Candidates should have an education in related fields and experience is a plus. Knowledge of Adobe software is essential, and the position requires on-site work with no remote options. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are necessary for success in this role.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Learning/training paid by employer

Travel insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in graphic design and production processes.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's licence and knowledge of public transportation available.

Responsibilities

• Clean work area and maintain tools and equipment.
• Assemble graphic design components using various methods.
• Consult with clients to define graphic design needs.
• Develop and prepare sketches and layouts for projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Client focus

Team player

Reliability

Initiative

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Suite

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Languages: English.

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience.

Experience

Experience is an asset.

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. No option to work remotely.

Work site environment: Non-smoking, Air conditioned.

Work setting: Relocation costs not covered by employer; Manufacturing or production; Graphic design firm; Printing shop.

Responsibilities

• Clean work area.
• Sand, trim, grind or clean products into final form using hand tools.
• Screw, clip, glue, bond, weld or otherwise assemble parts and components to form final products.
• Cut, shape and fit materials to form parts and components.
• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations.
• Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials.
• Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication.
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives.
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements.
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides.
• Co‑ordinate sub‑contracting.
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs.
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Adapt existing illustrations.

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Illustrator.
• Adobe Suite.
• Social Media.

Equipment and machinery experience

• Hand tools.

Additional information

Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence; Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail, Hand‑eye co‑ordination, Sitting, Fast‑paced environment, Work under pressure, Ability to distinguish between colours, Large workload, Tight deadlines.

Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication, Organized, Reliability, Team player, Initiative, Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent written communication, Client focus.

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.

Financial benefits

• Bonus.Commission.Group insurance benefits.Life insurance.Mileage paid.

Long term benefits

• Long‑term care insurance.

Other Benefits

• Free parking available.
• Learning/training paid by employer.
• Travel insurance.