Graphic Designer for Signs and Large Format Graphics

FASTSIGNS of West Metro, MN; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Performance Bonus

Ongoing Training Opportunities

Dental and Vision Program

401K benefits

Job summary

FASTSIGNS of High Point, NC is seeking a graphic design artist with pre-press and signage experience to join our creative services team. You will prepare layouts, mockups, proofs for print and work with our production staff to ensure quality.

The role requires an associates or bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and expertise in Adobe Illustrator, plus experience with vinyl plotters and large-format printers. You will manage multiple projects daily.

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in graphic design / print production.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Illustrator.
• Knowledge of graphics programs and output devices such as vinyl plotters, large-format printers, laser engravers and CNC routers.
• Good math and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares comprehensive layouts, mockups, proofs and copy for print reproduction according to instructions from clients through the sales team.
• Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied.
• Performs logo modification and sources high-quality digital files.
• Prepares files, including bleeds, crop marks, die-lines, hole locations, and other finishing layers; archive for future use.
• Inspects all jobs for accuracy and quality before production.
• Ensure correct material is used and output device settings are accurate.
• Assists the production team on an as-needed basis.

Skills

Graphic design

Print production

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree or experience

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Vinyl plotters

Large-format printers

Laser engravers

CNC routers

Job description

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FASTSIGNS® of High Point, NC has been serving the Triad area for over 25 years. Our mission is to provide each customer with the highest possible level of customer service while solving their visual communications challenges and developing new ideas using quality graphics. Do you have a visual communications challenge, but don't know where to start? FASTSIGNS® of High Point, NC is more than ready to help. Our strategists, graphics experts and problem solvers will work with you to find the right mix of visual solutions so you can tell your story the way you want it to be told.

At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills.

Do you want a creative outlet balanced with structure and simplicity to make a beautiful and impactful footprint on the city around you? Does the idea of seeing your work as you're driving to work seem rewarding and exciting? Do you have great respect for brand standards and take pride in craftsmanship and excellence? Are you an independent worker that thrives on pushing your skills and experience to new heights?

We are looking for a graphic design artist with pre-press and signage experience who is looking for an opportunity to succeed with our creative services team.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Prepares comprehensive layouts, mockups, proofs and copy for print reproduction according to instructions from clients through the sales team
• Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied
• Performs logo modification and sources high-quality digital files
• Prepares files, included adding bleeds, crop marks, die-lines, hole locations, and other finishing file layers as required, archiving files upon completion for future use
• Inspects all jobs for accuracy and quality before sending them to be produced
• Ensure correct material is used for each job and output device settings are accurate
• Assists the production team on an as-needed basis

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience in graphic design / print production
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
• Knowledge of a variety of graphics programs and output devices such as vinyl plotters, large-format printers, laser engravers and CNC routers
• Good math and proof-reading skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment (approximately 10 projects per day)
• Exceptionally detail-oriented to ensure every part of a project comes out correctly the first time

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Performance Bonus
• Ongoing Training Opportunities
• Dental and Vision Program
• 401K benefits

Do you enjoy working with people? Do you enjoy helping people solve problems by offering advice and consultation? Are you looking for a job that offers constant learning, skills growth and a career path? If so, we are looking for employees just like you in the ever-changing Sign Industry.

Discover your next career! Make Your Statement with us!

FASTSIGNS of High Point is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.

Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.