Department: SporTran Marketing and Advertising
Reports To: Director of Communications Marketing & Advertising Sales
Position Summary: SporTran is seeking a skilled and detailed-oriented Transit Media Production & Installation Specialist to support the expansion of our in-house advertising production. This role is responsible for printing preparing and professionally installing vinyl graphics across transit assets including buses bus benches bus shelters mobility vans and interior advertising displays.
This position plays a vital role in maintaining the visual integrity safety and professional presentation of SporTrans advertising platforms across ShreveportBossier.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production & Printing
Operate large-format printers for vinyl wraps decals and advertising graphics
Prepare print files for production (scaling layout color accuracy)
Monitor ink levels materials and printer performance
Perform routine maintenance on printing equipment
Installation
Install full and partial bus wraps ; mobility van wraps
Install bench and shelter vinyl advertisements
Apply interior and exterior advertising panels and decals
Ensure smooth bubble-free professional installations
Remove and replace expired advertising materials
Quality Control
Inspect graphics for alignment finish quality and brand accuracy
Ensure installations meet safety and transit operational standards
Maintain clean organized workspace and installation tools
Logistics & Coordination
Work closely with the SporTran Director of Marketing on scheduling installations
Coordinate with maintenance department for vehicle access
Maintain inventory of vinyl laminates tools and hardware
REQUIREMENTS
Experience:
13 years experience in vinyl installation or large-format printing preferred
Experience wrapping vehicles (preferred but not required)
Experience with graphic production equipment is a plus
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of vinyl materials and application techniques
Ability to measure trim and align graphics precisely
Familiarity with large format printers (Roland HP Latex Epson etc.)
Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator or print file preparation preferred
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift to 50lbs
Comfortable working on ladders or elevated surfaces
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures
Soft Skills:
Detail-oriented
Reliable and punctual
Strong time management
Pride in craftsmanship
Ability to work independently
IMPORTANT INFORMATION All positions are Safety Sensitive and require pre-employment drug testing; background checks; clean driving records and applicants must be able to work flexible shifts. Require that applicants have no more than two (2) moving violations in the past five years and no convictions of a serious traffic violation (i.e. DWI driving with a suspended canceled or revoked license) in the past five years.
SporTran provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements SporTran complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.