Sign Designer/Project Manager

Default Brand; Buffalo, Sarasota (NY, FL); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A signage design firm in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Sign Designer with 2–5 years of experience in environmental graphic design. The role involves creating tenant signage and developing comprehensive signage plans while ensuring compliance with local codes. Candidates should be proficient in CorelDraw or Adobe Creative Suite and have strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000 annually, influenced by experience and location.

Qualifikationen

• 2–5 years of experience in sign design or commercial real estate signage.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of local zoning codes and ADA signage requirements.

Aufgaben

• Design tenant storefront signs and project signage.
• Coordinate tenant signage submittals with lease language.
• Prepare variance packages and signage approval submissions.

Kenntnisse

Sign design experience

Environmental graphic design

Proficient in CorelDraw

Strong communication

Organized and detail-oriented

Tools

CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

• Design tenant storefront signs, pylon/ground signs, project signage, directional signage, and
• Develop signage plans using site plans, elevation drawings, and architectural
• Create color building elevations and tenant signage mockups for leasing and
• Select and apply building and signage color schemes in coordination with construction and marketing
• Produce scalable, print-ready design files using CorelDraw and/or Adobe Creative

Coordination & Documentation

• Establish signage criteria for each property and maintain compliance with municipal
• Review and coordinate tenant signage submittals and compatibility with lease language and property
• Prepare variance packages and signage approval submissions for municipalities and franchises (e.g., hotels).
• Place signage on scaled construction drawings for accurate visualization and
• Maintain department design databases and records of tenant signage layouts, submittals, and
• Prepare purchase orders and documentation for sign
• Communicate directly with municipalities, building inspectors, and zoning
• Submit signage packages for municipal approvals and track status through permit
• Research sign vendors, obtain bids, prepare bid packages, and manage vendor
• Assist with scheduling fabrication and installation of signage and follow up on vendor

Support & Administrative

• Assist management in organizing signage packages for new developments or rebranding
• Respond to service calls for damaged or non-functioning
• Support the leasing team with visual mockups and signage plans for tenant Review tenant submittals to create lease exhibits.
• Create and maintain tracking systems and files for ongoing signage
• Generate ESS (Exterior Signage Specifications) and lease exhibits.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in sign design, environmental graphic design, or commercial real estate signage
• Proficient in CorelDraw (preferred) or Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and
• Familiarity with signage materials, fabrication methods, and municipal permitting
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction
• Strong communication and project management
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple signage projects at
• Knowledge of local zoning codes and ADA signage requirements a
• Experience with hotel, retail, or mixed-use signage projects a strong

Preferred Software Skills

• CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Familiarity with architectural software or CAD a plus
• Familiarity with SketchUp or other rendering software a plus

Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000 Annually

Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate

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