Graphic Designer

FASTSIGNS #172001•Pembroke Pines, FL

13d

About The Position

FASTSIGNS #172001is hiring for a Full-time Graphic Designer to join our team! A Successful FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer Will: Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, files, or exact output of customer-provided design for output to media 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. 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 Maintain Marketing collateral for FASTSIGNS of Pembroke Pines Equipment & Production Experience Experience operating large-format printers and plotters (Mimaki Printers preferred) Experience with vinyl cutters, laminators, and mounting equipment (Mimaki Plotter Cutting preferred) Experience utilizing RasterLink (or Onyx) Software Ability to prepare, set up, and output files for print and cut production Understanding of materials used in sign production (vinyl, banner, rigid substrates, etc.) Comfortable troubleshooting basic production and output issues Willingness to learn and operate additional equipment as needed

Requirements

2-4 years of graphic design experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
Ability to prioritize jobs, multi-task, and work autonomously
Determine the best output method based on the customer’s needs
Strong communication skills; able to engage customers by phone, email, in person, and onsite
Outgoing, customer-focused, and able to build long-term client relationships
Organized and detail-oriented; able to manage quotes, work orders, and project timelines accurately
Sit and view a computer screen for long periods (4 hours or more)
Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work
Tech-savvy and comfortable learning order management systems (e.g., CoreBridge)
Able to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality and accuracy
Comfortable sitting at a computer and viewing a screen for extended periods (4+ hours)
Enthusiastic team player, proactive in supporting business growth and daily operations

Nice To Haves

Experience utilizing AI Graphic Design tools
Experience operating large-format printers and plotters (Mimaki Printers preferred)
Experience with vinyl cutters, laminators, and mounting equipment (Mimaki Plotter Cutting preferred)
Experience utilizing RasterLink (or Onyx) Software
Understanding of materials used in sign production (vinyl, banner, rigid substrates, etc.)

Responsibilities

Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied
Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, files, or exact output of customer-provided design for output to media
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.
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
Maintain Marketing collateral for FASTSIGNS of Pembroke Pines
Prepare, set up, and output files for print and cut production
Troubleshoot basic production and output issues
Operate additional equipment as needed