Senior Graphic Designer

ARA Group NZ Limited trading as ARA Shelters & Structures; North Shore; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location options: Auckland or Taupō

Direct involvement from concept to 설치

Job summary

ARA Group NZ Limited trading as ARA Shelters & Structures in Auckland/Taupo seeks a Senior Graphic Designer to drive production-ready artwork for signage, wayfinding, branding and environmental graphics across New Zealand.

You will work with clients, engineers and fabrication teams from concept through installation, applying CorelDRAW and Adobe Creative Suite to deliver precise, manufacturing-ready designs with a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Graphic Designer.
• Strong portfolio in branding, typography, layout and visual communication.
• Advanced proficiency in CorelDRAW and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Ability to manage multiple projects from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and visual solutions for clients.
• Prepare client presentations and design proposals.
• Produce accurate, production-ready artwork.
• Design signage systems, wayfinding, environmental graphics, and branding.
• Prepare artwork for large-format print and fabrication processes.
• Liaise with production, engineering, and installation teams.
• Ensure designs meet technical specs and manufacturing requirements.
• Manage multiple projects with quality, accuracy, and deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation in design.

Skills

Branding

Typography

Layout

Visual communication

CorelDRAW

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Production artwork

Pre-press

Colour management

Tools

CAD software

Job description

ARA Group NZ Limited trading as ARA Shelters & Structures – North Shore, North Island

Design More Than Graphics. Create What People Actually See.

Are you an experienced Graphic Designer looking for more than just another agency role?

At ARA Sign On, your work won't stop at a concept presentation or digital mock-up. You'll see your ideas take shape in the real world through signage, branding, wayfinding systems, environmental graphics, vehicle wraps, fabrication, and large-scale infrastructure projects delivered throughout New Zealand.

We're looking for a Senior Graphic Designer who combines exceptional creativity with strong technical expertise and enjoys taking projects from concept through to production-ready artwork and final installation.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing New Zealand business where design, engineering, manufacturing, and construction come together to deliver projects that make a lasting impact.

About Us

ARA Sign On is one of New Zealand's leading providers of:

Corporate branding and visual identity solutions

Architectural and building signage

Wayfinding and directional systems

Environmental graphics

Vehicle and fleet graphics

Retail and commercial branding

Custom-fabricated signage

Infrastructure and public-sector projects

Our projects range from corporate offices and schools through to transport infrastructure, public spaces, commercial developments, and major construction projects.

The Opportunity

As our Senior Graphic Designer, you'll play a key role in delivering projects from initial client brief through to final production.

You'll work closely with clients, project managers, sales teams, production specialists, fabricators, engineers, and installers to ensure every design not only looks exceptional but can also be manufactured efficiently and installed successfully.

This role offers genuine variety, technical challenge, and the opportunity to expand your skills beyond traditional graphic design.

Key Responsibilities

Develop creative concepts and visual solutions for clients

Prepare client presentations and design proposals

Produce accurate, production-ready artwork

Design signage systems, wayfinding solutions, environmental graphics, and branding applications

Prepare artwork for large-format digital print and fabrication processes

Liaise with production, engineering, and installation teams

Ensure designs meet technical specifications and manufacturing requirements

Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, accuracy, and deadlines

Support continuous improvement and innovation across the design function

What You'll Bring

Proven experience as a Senior Graphic Designer

Strong portfolio showcasing branding, typography, layout, visual communication, and creative problem solving

Advanced proficiency in CorelDRAW

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly:

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Strong vector artwork and production file preparation capabilities

Pre-press requirements

Colour management

Bleed and cut paths

Production artwork preparation

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and client-facing skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Highly Regarded

Experience with:

Vinyl cutting

CNC routing

Laser cutting

Vehicle graphics

Fabricated signage

Wayfinding systems

Environmental graphics

Building and infrastructure projects

Technical & CAD Experience? Even Better.

Many of our projects extend well beyond traditional graphic design.

Experience with any of the following will be highly advantageous:

CAD software

Technical drawing

Architectural drawings

Dimensioning and scaling

Structural and fabricated design concepts

You don't need to be an engineer.

You simply need to be a designer who enjoys learning how things are built.

Work Alongside Industry Experts

One of the most exciting aspects of this role is the opportunity to collaborate closely with our sister company, ARA Shelters & Structures.

Engineering and structural design

CNC manufacturing

Laser cutting technology

Metal fabrication

Innovative manufacturing processes

This provides a unique professional development pathway rarely available within traditional design environments.

Why Join ARA Sign On?

We Offer

Competitive salary of $90,000 - $115,000 (depending on experience)

Auckland or Taupō location options

Diverse and challenging projects

Direct involvement from concept to installation

Exposure to engineering, fabrication and manufacturing

Supportive team culture

Long-term career progression within the ARA Group

Opportunity to leave a visible mark on projects throughout New Zealand

The Right Person

We're looking for someone who is:

Creative and commercially minded

Technically capable and detail focused

Positive and team-oriented

Curious and willing to learn

Professional in client interactions

Passionate about producing exceptional work

At ARA SignOn, great ideas are encouraged. Egos aren't.

If you want to design projects that actually get built and work alongside talented people who are passionate about what they do, we'd love to hear from you.