Sign Design Associate: Client Consult & Hands-On Production

Signarama; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

PTO

Training & development

Company parties

Aflac health benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Signarama in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a graphic design assistant to learn the signage process from design to production. You will meet with clients, create sign layouts in Illustrator and FlexiSign, and prepare quotes.

This role offers hands-on training, advancement opportunities, and a supportive team. Ideal for someone with 2–3 years of graphic design experience who wants to grow into client consultation and light fabrication.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years graphic design experience.
• Strong Adobe Illustrator skills and eye for design.
• Excellent communication and ability to translate client needs into visuals.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to discuss signage needs and provide creative solutions.
• Create sign layouts, proofs, and mockups using Illustrator and FlexiSign (Photoshop for edits as needed).
• Prepare quotes and estimates based on consultations.
• Learn and operate sign production equipment (printers, plotters, laminators).
• Collaborate with fabricators and team members to ensure project accuracy.
• Assist with shop duties and materials handling (lift up to 50 lbs).
• Occasional work at DC location as needed.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FlexiSign

Photoshop

Job description

Signarama in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a graphic design assistant to learn the signage process from design to production. You will meet with clients, create sign layouts in Illustrator and FlexiSign, and prepare quotes.

This role offers hands-on training, advancement opportunities, and a supportive team. Ideal for someone with 2–3 years of graphic design experience who wants to grow into client consultation and light fabrication.