Salary Range: 21 to 35 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)
The Graphic Designer position is primarily responsible for the overall layout and production design for various applications. The Graphic Designer is responsible for creating a high quality product that satisfies the customer’s expectation.
WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:
- Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance
- 401(K) with company match following your one-year anniversary
- HSA match up to $800 per year
- FSA
- Paid Uniforms after 90 Days
- Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and 6 Company Paid Holidays
- And an Employee Car Discount Program
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Production file set up
- Create original art/design as needed
- Design using the client’s existing assets
- Fixing the client’s designs/artwork
- Recreating the client’s assets
- Ability to follow client’s design direction and feedback
- Searching for stock photo/art
- Communicate directly with clients
- Responsible for designing, sizing, paneling, and print setup of vehicle wraps
- Responsible for interpreting work orders, working through the proofing process, and setting up the final product to be produced
- Communicate with customer and sales team in design and proofing process
- Provide recommendations on equipment and material needs
- Stay up to date on market trends and program knowledge
- Assist team with decal pre-production and production as needed
- Willingness to work with and interact with customers to develop design concepts and renderings
- Develop final mechanical files from creative layouts for print and digital production paying close attention to the details of typography and placement of each element in the layout
- Photo retouching, image editing, and color management
- Maintain archives of all files
- Ensure brand standards across color, font, and production quality
- Communicate with production department with file setup in output to printing and all aspects of finishing and install
- Help drive innovation, new market opportunities and ideas for growth
- Help drive growth of the department, participate in sales and customer inquiries
- Other duties requested by manager
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Comfortable with heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.)
- Ability to accurately read ruler measurements
- Ability to operate simple to complex and heavy-duty machinery
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- High School diploma required
- Valid Driver’s License and MVR in good standing.
- Certificate Program or Associate’s Degree in Design or related field preferred
- Minimum of 1-3 years’ Graphic Design experience
- Knowledge of Pantone, CMYK & RGB conversions
- Experience designing graphics for automobiles is a plus.
- Experience with large format printing is a plus.
- Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Customer-focused
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize accordingly
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work with customers and co-workers
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to handle multiple priorities, and identify creative solutions to problems
- High level of energy, personal accountability and integrity
- Professional in attire and demeanor
- Strong knowledge of Google Docs and Smart Sheets
- Ability to follow documented procedures
- Proficient in Adobe Suite
- Proficient with PC
- Good knowledge of corporate branding and graphic design
- Good time management and multitasking skills in executing projects
- Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.
JOB DETAILS:
- Hourly
- Compensation Range:$21.00 - $35.00
- Bonus Eligibility: No
- Reports To: Graphics manager
- Shift: 1st
- Closing Date: Open until filled
Date posted: 06-04-2024
All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.