Graphic Designer

$35,360 - $39,520/Yr

Fastsigns - Windsor, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Windsor, CA

Lessors of Nonfinancial Intangible Assets (except Copyrighted Works)

About the position

The Graphic Designer at FASTSIGNS® of Windsor is responsible for creating computer-generated vinyl and full-color graphics. This role requires a blend of artistic creativity and technical skills to produce high-quality designs that meet customer specifications. The designer will work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration with team members.

Responsibilities

• Schedules the center's workflow
• Reads and interprets work orders, determines best output method, and determines size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy
• Works with co-workers and customers with file transfers, FTP access, photo library options, online proofs, etc.
• Prepares comprehensive illustrations, sketches, layouts, and copy for print reproduction according to instructions of client or supervisor
• Inspects jobs for accuracy before sending them to the plotter or printer
• Provides proofs as necessary for customer approval
• Performs daily/weekly computer back-ups
• Maintains all equipment including computers, plotters, and printers
• Maintains accurate electronic and paper records
• Minimizes waste by efficiently using appropriate inventory, reporting inventory levels and stock to be reordered to the manager
• Helps unload raw materials and cleans and maintains storage areas
• Helps in the production area as needed
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner
• Performs other duties as needed, such as answering the phone, helping at the front counter, consulting with customers, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; advanced education degree preferred
• Strong PC and Mac skills and internet, publishing software, and sign production software skills
• Previous sign or print industry experience required as related to graphics design
• Previous service business experience desired
• Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to effectively and efficiently organize, prioritize, and manage clients, team members, and work
• Able to sit and view a computer screen for long periods
• Able to lift 50 or more pounds
• Must have the flexibility to lean over a waist-high table and use back-forth hand motions to apply vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate
• Able to use light power equipment