What are the responsibilities and job description for the Layout Artist position at Office Sign Company?
ABOUT US
Office Sign Company, LLC is an exciting, expanding sign production company based in Fargo, North Dakota. We take pride in producing signs that exhibit an unmatched blend of aesthetics, functionality and fine craftsmanship. We provide all customers with unparalleled quality and value, achieved through our personalized service, innovative product solutions, and continuous development and empowerment of our employees. Additionally, we strive to drive creativity, collaboration, and build strong and trusted relationships with our customers, vendors, and local community. We pride ourselves as being one of the best places to work in the Fargo-Moorhead area because of our fun and upbeat work culture, and growing number of employee incentives and perks.
POSITION TITLE
Layout Artist
TYPE
Full-time (Monday - Friday)
PAY
$18-$21/hour
POSITION SUMMARY
We seek to hire a positive, energetic, and self-motivated Layout Artist to design customer sign orders. A top priority will be the creation of digital proofs to support a fast turnaround time for our customer’s requests. This position will support customer inquiries and order/proof layout updates via phone and email. This individual must be comfortable and experienced with Adobe Illustrator.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Create and submit customer-driven digital sign proofs that communicate messages clearly with an emphasis on strong design while providing the best solutions for our customers in a fast-paced environment.
- Follow up on customer feedback and proof revisions with timely, professional, and courteous correspondence and updates.
- Shift focus as needed to maintain desirable turnaround times in all order queues.
- Initiative to quickly gain intimate knowledge of our products, materials, and services.
SECONDARY DUTIES
- Take the initiative to train in production departments so you can be of assistance to Vinyl, Quality Control, Engraving, or Sublimation.
- Answer customer phone calls with questions pertaining to design.
- Contribute to departmental discussions about operations and growth.
- Assist with excellent design to support our marketing efforts and product prototypes.
- Be an active part of community outreach (including being involved in our volunteering efforts and Culture Committee.)
- Attend trade shows, local events, networking groups, and other community functions.
- Research industry trends and educate co-workers on the research you’ve found.
- Additional duties assigned by management.
- HAVE A DAMN GOOD TIME!! Make our company better because of your employment here.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a basic requirement of this job position.
- Mastery of design principles, especially as applied to text/print layout and font treatments.
- Strong understanding of layout principles.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Must value service, culture, initiative, happiness, and quality.
- Must demonstrate the following key attributes daily: creativity, confidence, positive attitude, accountability, respect, and trust.
- At least two years of experience working in the sign industry or in a production/quality control environment is preferred.
- Must have excellent adaptability and resourcefulness.
- Must have a desire to constantly improve efficiency.
- Must have superior attention to details AND accuracy.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) that contribute positively to both our customers and company culture.
- Must be able to work effectively with other departments within the company to understand their requirements and factor this information into serving our customers.
- Must be able to communicate openly with team members and management about ideas, problems, needs, etc.
BENEFITS
- Competitive Pay
- 8 Hour shifts Monday-Friday
- Summer hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability
- HSA and Flexible Spending Account
- 401(K) matching
- Paid life insurance
- Employee discount
- Generous paid time off
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid training
- Opportunity for advancement
- Breakfast on Fridays
- Great company culture
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21