Graphic Designer and Production Specialist

The Graphic Designer and Production Specialist has a dual role working in the computer room and production until the center has grown to the point to hiring additional staff and separating the roles. The Graphic Designer position is responsible for creating computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be weeded, cut and applied or printed and mounted to a substrate. • 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. • 2-3 years of graphic design experience • High School diploma or equivalent; 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 skills and internet, publishing software, and sign production software skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Basic math skills • Able 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) • Able to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work • 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 • Understanding of production design- everything we design is produced and turned into real world product All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.