Graphic Designer

Overview
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***Signage Industry Experience Highly Preferred***

There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

**Job Summary:** Utilizing computer technology, design and create sign and building illustrations. Provide support in design by offering fresh, creative and sound design solutions.

Responsibilities
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* Receive and review design requests submitted by Sales Team, Program Managers, and Service Department.
* Utilize latest version of CorelDRAW and Adobe Creative Cloud software to produce conceptual and technical production drawings
* Ability to learn and research new sign / design technology in order to reach maximum efficiencies and value engineer sign products
* Meet one on one with Salespeople and Program Managers to determine customer design needs.
* Attend periodic design meetings called and held by immediate supervisor.
* Perform other tasks assigned by Design Management as required to timely complete drawings and production support.

Qualifications
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**Skills**

* Sign knowledge preferred
* Ability to create computer generated graphics and presentation drawings.
* Ability to learn new techniques quickly
* Multi task oriented and able to work in fast paced environment
* Organized and creative
* Excellent time management skills
* Good communication skills
* Ability to communicate artistic concepts
* Good attention to detail and ability to render accurately
* Team oriented
* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
* Ability to have a number of jobs “open” at any given time
* Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and fraction to decimal conversions)

**Education, Experience, and Credentials**

* Two-year Associates Degree or Technical Degree in art or Design preferred
* Proficient with latest version of CorelDRAW and Corel PHOTO-PAINT required
* Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft PowerPoint a plus.

**Working Conditions**

* Prolonged hours in front of computer

**Why Work With Us**

* Supportive & Friendly Culture
* Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
* Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
* Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
* Company paid Life Insurance
* 401k with Employer Contribution
* Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
* Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
* Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
* Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

**Pay Range**

$24 - $27 hourly - Pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on various factors, such as responsibilities of the position, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Not all positions posted will have a pay range listed.

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