Graphic Designer

Summary:

Design, produce, and install all types of high-quality signage. Handle call-ins and walk-in prospects and customers courteously and professionally. Demonstrate a professional image of the Signarama brand at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and create all types of signs.

• Mask, weed, and apply vinyl to various substrates.

• Print, mount, trim, and finish various digital graphics and signage.

• Must be able to use an X-Acto knife and ruler efficiently.

• Properly load and use a cold pressure laminator following standard safety precautions.

• Load and cut vinyl on a plotter.

• Load media, inks and generate quality prints from digital print equipment.

• Move raw materials, sheets, and roll goods for manufacturing.

• Operate a vertical panel saw using standard safety procedures.

• Maintain machinery in good working order.

• Greet customers and answer phones professionally and knowledgeably.

• Accurately fill in sign layout forms, price estimates, and invoices.

• Assist in operating and managing the store when needed.

• Travel to different locations within the community to preview work areas, give estimates, and install various types of signs.

• Apply vehicle and window graphics.

• Keep a running inventory of all stock and supplies.

• Complete in-store training utilizing the following: Front counter Sales, Sign Product Training video, Sign Production Techniques, Key lines, and the Owner’s Manual.

• Maintain an organized, clean, and professional store appearance at all times.

Qualifications:

• Must be proficient in any of the following programs: CorelDraw, Illustrator, Photoshop, Freehand, PageMaker, Publisher, or Quark Express.

• Knowledge of software such as SignLab, FlexiSIGN, CAS-Mate, Inspire, or Graphix Advantage is excellent, as is any experience in the sign-making or digital printing fields.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to climb a ladder while lifting signs.

• Must be able to retrieve various types of substrates from a substrate rack including the upper shelves.

• Must be in good physical condition and be able to lift over 25 lbs.