Graphic Designer

FASTSIGNS International. Inc; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Job summary

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. seeks a Graphic Design and Production Specialist to manage all aspects of sign production, from graphic design and file formatting to printing, assembly and installation of signs of all types.

The role involves creating vinyl and full-color graphics, mounting and laminating prints, and ensuring quality through proofreading and QA. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required, along with basic math and physical stamina.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Good computer skills; Adobe Illustrator experience preferred.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors for long periods.
• Color discrimination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce signs and graphics from customer designs, files or outputs.
• Create vinyl graphics and full-color outputs for mounting or mounting to substrates.
• Prepare substrates, apply vinyl/media, laminate and finish signs.
• Proofread and perform quality assurance to ensure sign accuracy.

Skills

Basic math

Lifting up to 50+ lbs

Color vision

Reliability

Indoors/outdoors stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary

Graphic Design and Production Specialist

The Graphic Design and Production Specialist is responsible for all aspects of sign production which include graphic design, file formatting, printing, production, assembling, finishing and installing signs of all types.

In the computer 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 output of customer-provided design for output to media.

In the production room, this position is responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full color printouts. Sign assembly includes preparing substrates and applying vinyl or other media, mounting and/or laminating prints and operating and setting up the laminator for over-laminating, encapsulation, or mounting of digital imaged products. according to instructions. Proofreading signs and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs is also a responsibility.

Benefits:

• You will enjoy the work-life balance of regular Monday-Friday business hours, with weekends and holidays off.
• Company paid holidays, paid sick-time and paid vacation
• The opportunity to participate in company profit sharing plan
• We have the most extensive training programs in the industry and will progressively lead you through a combination of formal and on-the-job introductory, intermediate, and advanced training content.

Basic qualifications:

• A High school diploma or GED, good basic math skills.
• Experience with basic hand tools and light power equipment.
• Good computer skills; some experience using Adobe Illustrator is required.
• Able to lift 50 or more pounds. Able to work indoors and outside standing for long periods of time. Able to distinguish colors.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator.
• A willingness to work outside as needed.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods while viewing a computer screen.
• Able to work under pressure to output high-volume, high-quality work.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a good driving record is required.

FASTSIGNS is a well-known and respected global brand. Virtually every business in every industry needs and uses signs, so you will get to see your work around town. You’ll be in a fast-paced, small company environment with a collaborative and supportive team. Every day is challenging and different.