Graphic Design Pre-Press and Print Production Specialist

Fastsigns•San Jose, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) in-office position. As a Graphic Design Pre-Press Specialist, your primary responsibilities will be to prepare layouts and digital proofs for client projects, and to create production files for output on a variety of specialized equipment. You will work closely with our sales team to provide effective visual solutions based on customer needs, and will collaborate with our fabrication team to plan output. The ideal candidate is methodical, efficient and has an eye for good design. They thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, are energized by a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, and have a strong interest in learning more about the custom signage industry. This is a Hybrid Position. You will be responsible for producing final products: Banners, yard signs, vinyl graphics, window graphics. You will receive hands-on training if no prior sign production experience. Occasionally assist walk-in customers (order pickups, general inquiries). At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Requirements

2-3 years of graphic design and/or pre-press experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Advanced in Adobe Illustrator (Required)
Ability to independently track and prioritize simultaneous projects
Sit and view a computer screen for long periods (6 hours or more)
Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
Able to effectively and efficiently organize, prioritize, and manage client files
Able to lift 25 or more pounds
Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back-forth hand motions to produce graphics

Nice To Haves

Prior sign production experience
Strong interest in learning more about the custom signage industry

Responsibilities

Prepare layouts and digital proofs for client projects.
Create production files for output on a variety of specialized equipment.
Work closely with the sales team to provide effective visual solutions based on customer needs.
Collaborate with the fabrication team to plan output.
Work fluently and precisely in Adobe Illustrator to create all digital files necessary for conceptualizing, proofing and fabricating a project, which may include scale mockups, permit drawings, construction submittals, color tests, specialized print and cut files or logo/graphic recreation.
Assist sales team during the quoting process by evaluating customer files and creating mockups.
Create or adjust layouts to follow precise guidelines such as customer brand standards, existing sign programs, ADA regulations and building code requirements.
Prepare accurate production files for optimized output based on machine requirements and limitations.
Work fluently with various file formats provided by the customer, font files and stock photos.
Follow naming, organizational and archiving standards to ensure that digital assets for all in-house and client projects are stored correctly in Google Drive.
Produce final products: Banners, yard signs, vinyl graphics, window graphics.
Occasionally assist walk-in customers (order pickups, general inquiries).