Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist

Benefits: * Free uniforms * Paid time off * Training & development FASTSIGNS of Bedford Heights is hiring for a full-time experienced Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist to join our team! Benefits/Perks: * Competitive Pay * Paid Vacation and Holiday * Overtime Available Subject to Approval * Year End Bonus Subject to Company Performance and Job Review * Ongoing Training Opportunities A Successful FASTSIGNS Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist Will: * 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 * Prepare substrates for vinyl application to include cutting, painting, laminating, cleaning, etc * Weed excess vinyl from computer-cut images. Weeding techniques vary with size, type of vinyl, and complexity of images * Operate and maintain large format printer, plotting machine, and laminator * 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 * Interact with Customer by phone or face to face * Clean and maintain work areas Ideal Qualifications for FASTSIGNS Graphics Designer / Sign Production Specialist: * 2-3 years of BOTH Graphic Design Experience and Sign Production Experience * High School diploma or equivalent * Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Onyx Print Software * 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 * Flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back and forth hand motion to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate * Ability to use light power equipment 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!