Graphic Designer

FASTSIGNS® of Lakeland, Fl; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FASTSIGNS® of Lakeland, Fl is seeking a Graphic Designer to create vinyl and full-color graphics outputs, prepare files for print, and interact with customers to ensure satisfaction. You will work in a fast-paced center environment focusing on teamwork and meeting deadlines.

Candidates should have strong Mac and Adobe CS skills, prior sign or print experience, and excellent communication. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept to finished

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong Mac and Adobe CS skills.
• Previous sign or print industry experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and manage clients, team members, and work-flow.

Responsibilities

• Schedules the center's workflow.
• Help at the front counter, answer customers' phone calls and create orders based on customer needs.
• Creates, reads and interprets work orders, determines best output method, and determines size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy.
• Works with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.
• Prepares comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of client or supervisor.
• Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printer.
• Provides proofs as necessary for customer approval.
• Maintains accurate electronic and paper records.
• Minimizes waste by efficiently using appropriate inventory, reporting inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the manager.
• Helps in the production area as needed.
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner.
• Performs other duties as needed, such as consulting with customers, etc.

Skills

Mac proficiency

Adobe CS

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Advanced education degree preferred

Job description

Graphic Designer

Doyou have Proved Knowledgew/Adobe CS Desktop Publish? This position is forself-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.

We’re looking for talented and inspired candidates who are focused on teamwork, task completion, and customer satisfaction. If you are looking for a rewarding career in graphic design, not just another job, then come join our team as a Graphic Designer!

As a Graphic Designer, your primary responsibility will be to create computer-generated vinyl and/or full-color graphics output that can be weeded, cut, and applied or printed and mounted to a substrate. Your job will involve various levels of artistic creativity and will ultimately lead to the complete or modified design for output to media, and you may interact with customers to ensure complete satisfaction with the final product.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedules the center's workflow
• Help at the front counter,answer customers phone call and create orders based on customer needs.
• Creates, reads and interprets work orders, determines best output method, and determines size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy
• Works with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.
• Prepares comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of client or supervisor
• Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printer
• Provides proofs as necessary for customer approval
• Maintains accurate electronic and paper records
• Minimizes waste by efficiently using appropriate inventory, reporting inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the manager
• Helps in the production area as needed
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner
• Performs other duties as needed, such as consulting with customers, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required; advanced education degree preferred
• Strong Mac andAdobe CS skills.
• Previous sign or print industry experience required
• Previous service business experience desired
• Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to effectively and efficiently organize, prioritize, and manage clients, team members, and work
• Able to sit and view a computer screen for long periods