POSITION SUMMARY
We seek to hire a positive, energetic, and self-motivated Layout Artist to design customer sign orders. A top priority will be the creation of digital proofs to support a fast turnaround time for our customer’s requests. This position will support customer inquiries and order/proof layout updates via phone and email. This individual must be comfortable and experienced with Adobe Illustrator.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Create and submit customer-driven digital sign proofs that communicate messages clearly with an emphasis on strong design while providing the best solutions for our customers in a fast-paced environment.
- Follow up on customer feedback and proof revisions with timely, professional, and courteous correspondence and updates.
- Shift focus as needed to maintain desirable turnaround times in all order queues.
- Initiative to quickly gain intimate knowledge of our products, materials, and services.
SECONDARY DUTIES
- Take the initiative to train in production departments so you can be of assistance to Vinyl, Quality Control, Engraving, or Sublimation.
- Answer customer phone calls with questions pertaining to design.
- Contribute to departmental discussions about operations and growth.
- Assist with excellent design to support our marketing efforts and product prototypes.
- Be an active part of community outreach (including being involved in our volunteering efforts and Culture Committee.)
- Attend trade shows, local events, networking groups, and other community functions.
- Research industry trends and educate co-workers on the research you’ve found.
- Additional duties assigned by management.
- HAVE A DAMN GOOD TIME!! Make our company better because of your employment here.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a basic requirement of this job position.
- Mastery of design principles, especially as applied to text/print layout and font treatments.
- Strong understanding of layout principles.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Must value service, culture, initiative, happiness, and quality.
- Must demonstrate the following key attributes daily: creativity, confidence, positive attitude, accountability, respect, and trust.
- At least two years of experience working in the sign industry or in a production/quality control environment is preferred.
- Must have excellent adaptability and resourcefulness.
- Must have a desire to constantly improve efficiency.
- Must have superior attention to details AND accuracy.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) that contribute positively to both our customers and company culture.
- Must be able to work effectively with other departments within the company to understand their requirements and factor this information into serving our customers.
- Must be able to communicate openly with team members and management about ideas, problems, needs, etc.
BENEFITS
- Competitive Pay
- 8 Hour shifts Monday-Friday
- Summer hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability
- HSA and Flexible Spending Account
- 401(K) matching
- Paid life insurance
- Employee discount
- Generous paid time off
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid training
- Opportunity for advancement
- Breakfast on Fridays
- Great company culture
JOB TYPE:
SCHEDULE:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
EXPERIENCE:
- Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (Preferred Minnimum)
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired pay range?
- What formal training do you have in Adobe Illustrator?
- What other design software experience do you have?
- Are you able to work onsite in our Fargo office?
- Do you have a portfolio or examples of your design capabilities?
Experience:
- Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
