Graphic Designer/Sign Maker

Lighthouse Sign Co.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job flexibility

Paid vacation and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Job flexibility

Job summary

A graphic design and signage studio is seeking a Sign Maker with 5+ years of experience in design and production. The role requires consultation with clients, managing production tasks, and ensuring the workspace is organized. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, creative, and eager to learn new skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with a focus on excellence in service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a professional sign maker in design and production.
• Background in vinyl creation and application.
• Expertise in using Adobe Design tools.
• Design creativity with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency with Adobe Design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Familiarity with RIP software and production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce signs.
• Consult with customers on sign needs.
• Maintain cleanliness of production area.
• Track job records electronically and on paper.
• Assist in maintaining signage equipment.
• Accurately track electronic and paper job records.
• Learn new technologies to improve sign making skills.

Skills

Sign design and production

Vinyl creation and application

Large format digital printing

Design creativity

Adobe Design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator)

Flexi

RIP software experience

Tools

Adobe Design tool suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)

Flexi

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job Summary

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires limited design responsibilities. If you are solely a graphic designer without sign production experience, please do not apply.

Lighthouse Sign Co. is a growing graphic design and signage studio. Our culture is one that values relationships, fosters professional and personal growth and one that focuses on delivering excellence to our customers. We are a company that values the communities we live and work in. As such, we strive to positively impact and bring value to those we meet and those we do business with. We know how to work hard while enjoying what we do.

Job Summary

The Sign Maker is a professional, self-motivated team player with great interpersonal skills and values delivering excellence. The Sign Maker is also detail-oriented, works well in a fast-paced team environment, and is able to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously. The Sign Maker is self-confident and is not afraid to show their professional ability, creative genius, and most importantly, have fun!

Benefits/Perks

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Competitive compensation packages
• Career advancement opportunities
• Job flexibility
• 401k
• Health Insurance

Responsibilities

• Sign design and production
• Full-time availability (40 hours/week)
• Answer phones
• Consult/interface with customers
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of manufacturing/production area
• Assist in maintaining company signage equipment
• Accurately keep track of electronic and paper records related to jobs
• Learn new technologies, skills, and techniques to become a better sign making professional

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a professional sign maker – design and production
• Background in vinyl creation and application
• Large format digital printing
• Design creativity
• Expertise in using Adobe Design tool suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
• Flexi
• Experience with RIP software

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Vehicle wrap installation
• Knowledgeable in color management
• Certified installation professional (3M, Avery, etc.)