Graphic Designer/Sign Production Specialist

FASTSIGNS #101801

Graphic Designer/Sign Production Specialist

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    FASTSIGNS of Chicago - Ohio Street is hiring for a Full-time Graphic Designer/Sign Production Specialist to join our team!

    Benefits/Perks:

    Competitive Pay

    Teamwork Approach

    Paid Vacation and Holiday

    Performance Bonus

    Ongoing Training Opportunities

    Medical, Dental and Retirement Plans

    Downtown location

    A Successful FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer Will:

    Create and produce computer-generated full-color graphics and output vinyl that can be weeded, cut, and applied, or printed and mounted to various products from cars to substrates to buildings.

    Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, files, or the exact output of customer-provided design for output to media

    Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, select style and size of type, and arrange layout based upon available space, aesthetic design, and production requirements.

    Inspect jobs for accuracy before sending them to output. Ensure that the correct material is used for each job, and output device settings are accurate

    Maintain customer logo library; convert graphic files

    You will be part of the Production team responsible for the production of various prints on plotter, roll-to-roll printer, and flatbed printer.

    Prepare substrates for vinyl application to include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, etc

    Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images.

    Trained to operate printers.

    Your job will involve various levels of artistic creativity, and you may interact with customers to ensure complete satisfaction with the final product.

    Ideal Qualifications for FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer:

    1-3 years of graphic design experience

    Sign Industry experience a plus!

    High School diploma or equivalent

    Proficient in Adobe Illustrator

    Experience in operating printers or the ability to learn.

    Ability to prioritize jobs, multi-task, and work autonomously

    Determine the best output method based on the customer’s needs

    Sit and view a computer screen for long periods (4 hours or more)

    Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work

    Pay is based on experience

    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. Apply today!

    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.