Entry Level Graphic Designer

Job Title: Entry-Level Graphic Designer

Location: Village Signs, 212 20 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY

Company Overview: Village Signs is a dynamic and growing sign company specializing in creating custom marketing material for businesses and communities. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and services that make a lasting impact. Join our creative team and be part of a company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.

Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and creative Entry-Level Graphic Designer & Office Assistant to join our team. In this dual-role position, you will be responsible for designing visual content for our various projects while also handling essential office tasks. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or someone looking to start their career in graphic design and gain valuable experience in a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create engaging and visually appealing graphics for signs, plaques, and other projects based on client specifications.
• Assist in the design process, including brainstorming, drafting, and finalizing artwork.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure designs are accurately executed.
• Perform basic office tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, filing, and managing paperwork.
• Catalog and manage inventory using Microsoft Excel.
• Maintain accurate records of stock levels and assist in ordering materials as needed.
• Assist with maintaining the organization of digital and physical files.
• Provide general support to the team, including running errands and assisting with other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong creative and design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic inventory management.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in graphic design is preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in graphic design and/or inventory management, even at the internship level, is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• A supportive and creative work environment.
• Hands-on experience in both graphic design and office administration.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of their design work to villagesign212@gmail.com . Please include "Entry-Level Graphic Designer & Office Assistant Application" in the subject line of your email.

Village Signs is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us at Village Signs and start your career in a place where your creativity will shine!

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• When was a time where you had to think outside the box?

Experience:

• Graphic design: 2 years (Preferred)
• Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Queens Village, NY (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20