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Graphic Designer

Fastsigns #132001 🇺🇸 Laurel, Maryland, United States of America

Onsite $19 - $22 Part-time Entry Level

This part-time role involves creating computer-generated graphics and vinyl output, ranging from artistic design to executing customer-provided specifications for various media applications. Responsibilities include determining output methods, preparing comprehensive illustrations, inspecting jobs for accuracy, and managing image sourcing while adhering to copyright laws.

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Prepare comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of the client or supervisor
  • Inspect jobs for accuracy before sending them to output
  • Ensure correct material is used for each job and output device settings are accurate
  • Maintain customer logo library; convert graphic files
  • Image Sourcing: locate photos, understand copyright laws and release/usage requirements, knowledge of resources to buy stock images, work with service bureaus to create output beyond store capability, and understand resolution options and optimal enlargement specifications from image vendors and image originals
  • Provide proofs as necessary for customer approval
  • Maintain an accurate electronic record of File Storage following brand standards
  • Communicate with other employees, Sales/Service members on job requirements, timing, and special needs; Production team on job input and output; Production Manager/Center Manager on inventory needs for computer supplies
  • Be accountable for the expected workload
  • Able to prioritize what needs to be done and work autonomously
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and minor repairs when necessary
  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes
  • Participate in and practice the brand mentality of “Everybody Sells”
  • Constantly be looking for sales opportunities for the center

Requirements

  • Ability to sit for long periods
  • Ability to view a computer screen for long periods
  • Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Performance bonus
  • Ongoing training opportunities

Key Skills

Graphic design Adobe Illustrator Computer-generated graphics Vinyl output Signage design Print reproduction Layout design Typography Image sourcing Copyright laws Stock images Service bureaus Image resolution File storage Communication Time management Organization Attention to detail Machine maintenance Sales Customer service

About Fastsigns #132001

FASTSIGNS helps local businesses implement their brand. We listen well, add value and provide solutions. Our team includes signage consultants, graphic designers, project managers, sign fabricators and installers. We primarily focus on comprehensive solutions for new construction, rebranding and other campus-wide solutions. Common solutions include, yard signs, banners, presentation boards, trade show exhibits and displays, site signs, decals/stickers, vehicle lettering and graphics, ADA-Braille signs, building directories, wall paper and wall graphics, dimensional lettering, interior decor items, point of purchase displays and interactive and digital signage. Every solution is customized to meet the client's need.

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