Graphic Designer Production Specialist

Are you highly motivated detail-oriented and creative Are you up for a challenge eager to learn and looking to join an established and fast-growing company If so were looking for talented and inspired candidates who are focused on teamwork task completion and customer satisfaction.

As a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist you will have a dual role working in the computer room and production the computer room you will be responsible for creating computer-generated vinyl and/or full-color graphics output that can be weeded cut and applied or printed and mounted to a the production room you will be responsible for all aspects of the physical construction and assembling of signs from computer cut vinyl and wide format full-color printouts which includes proofreading and conducting quality assurance to ensure the accuracy of signs. The ideal candidate is a creative self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with co-workers and customers with file transfers FTP access photo library options online proofs etc.
• Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printer
• Provides proofs as necessary
• Maintains accurate electronic and paper record of File Storage and Disks
• Follows a layout to place computer-generated vinyl or full-color graphic images on a pre-determined substrate or medium
• Prepares substrates for application
• Performs finishing operations such as laminating encapsulating and/or mounting of printed pieces
• Installs signs when necessary
• Performs other duties as needed such as answering the phone helping at the front counter consulting with customers etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required; advanced education degree preferred
• Experience as a graphic designer sign-related computer operator or in desktop publishing required including an advanced level of experience using Adobe applications
• Strong PC and Mac skills and internet publishing software and sign production software skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills (adding subtracting multiplying and dividing whole numbers and fractions and converting fractions to decimals and vice versa)
• Able to work well under pressure to output high volume high-quality work
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 or more pounds
• Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate
• Able to use light power equipment