Sign Designer

SIGN DESIGNER POSITION:

The Sign Designer is an integral and unique role within our company and across the sign manufacturing industry. As a Sign Designer, you will work closely with the sales team and project managers to execute professional, high-quality commercial sign designs which will be the blueprint to bringing our signs to life! The ideal candidate for this position is a credentialed designer with experience working as a designer in the sign industry. Qualified applicants must be proficient with CorelDRAW software. At minimum, design experience in a similar industry creating detailed architectural designs, rendering complex and detailed blueprints for buildings, engineering, or construction would be of higher value to this role. This position is full-time, M-F, at our office in west Phoenix. Starting pay is between $25 - $30 per hour DOE.

SIGN DESIGNER SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Collaborates effectively with sales and project management teams to create high quality sign designs (e.g., designing channel letters, monuments, vinyl/plex) in a timely manner and within budget.

· Maintains clear and intentional communication to ensure smooth coordination and execution of projects in database and written communications.

· The ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining design quality and integrity for safety standards.

· Following workflow queues to ensure timely completion or edits to present designs.

· Reading blueprints, legend symbols, scale of plan, and diagrams from different angles.

· Drafting for simple and complex sign designs (e.g., channel letters, reverse channel letters, monuments, etc.).

· Utilize CorelDraw to design and create vectorized images.

· Applying knowledge of various types of construction, manufacturing, and building materials along with their specific proportions when interpreting and designing for projects.

· Troubleshoot using basic mathematics, paying meticulous attention to detail, and a strong grasp of building and structural mechanics.

· Communicating and maintaining accurate records of designs and projects, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete.

· Comply with OSHA and Company safety policies and procedures.

SIGN DESIGNER QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

· Able to provide high quality portfolio samples of sign projects for review.

· Minimum 2 years of sign design industry experience or equivalent experience designing for a similar industry (e.g., construction, architectural, engineering).

· Experience and proficiency with CorelDRAW preferred.

· Proficiency with Adobe design products, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.

· Detail-oriented with effective communication skills and professionalism.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to achieve project goals and deadlines.

· Works well with others and possess effective communication skills.

· Must be able to read blueprints.

· Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

· Ability to tolerate significant and prolonged periods of sitting and standing while working at a desk and in front of a computer.

· Frequent use of a computer, mouse, keyboard, and other office equipment which requires the use of one’s eyes, hands, and fingers to type, grasp, handle files, etc.

· May involve lifting and moving weight up to 15lbs, without assistance or supervision, using proper bending and lifting techniques.

 
COMPANY BENEFITS:

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· 401k with Company match

· Weekly Compensation

· $20,000 Company Paid Life Insurance Policy

· Additional Life Insurance Policy (optional)

· Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Time (PST)

· Optional Aflac plans (Short-term Disability, Accident, Hospital, and Cancer plans, etc.)

· Continuing education and certification assistance

· Credit Union Membership

· Discounted Fitness Club Membership

· Employee Referral Bonus

· Competitive market-driven compensation

*Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Bootz and Duke Sign Co. is a drug free workplace.

EEO STATEMENT:

Bootz and Duke Sign Co. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.