Graphic Designer

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off

FASTSIGNS #016901is hiring for a Full-time Graphic Designer to join our team

Benefits/Perks:

- Competitive Pay ($18 - $22 /hr depending on experience and portfolio)
- Paid Vacation and Holiday Ongoing Training Opportunities

A FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer Duties Will Include:

- Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied
- Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, files, or 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 correct material is used for each job and output device settings are accurate
- Maintain customer logo library; convert graphic files.
- Follow a layout to place computer-cut vinyl or full-color graphic image(s) on a predetermined substrate or medium
- Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl, and complexity of images
- Operate and maintain printer(s), vinyl plotters and laminators
- Perform quality assurance measures pre
- and post-production by accurately reading and interpreting a Work Order and then proofing for errors or unacceptable standards
- Perform finishing operations such as laminating and/or mounting of printed pieces
- Report inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the center manager/production manager or franchisee
- Clean and maintain storage areas
- Perform sign installations independently and/or with support from fellow team members

Ideal Qualifications for FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer:

- 1-2 years of graphic design experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
- 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
- Ability to stand for long periods of time (4 hours or more)Ability to lift 50 or more pounds
- Ability to use light power equipment
- Ability to perform installation tasks while working on a step ladder