Strategic Factory
Position Summary
While working as a signage designer, you will produce conceptual a range of drawings for exterior signage (freestanding, wall-mounted, illuminated, non-illuminated), and interior signage (of all varieties, including but not limited to dimensional logos/letters, ADA signage, POP displays, tradeshow/exhibit spaces) projects. Designs will be in support of our estimating, project management, engineering and production teams.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Based on customer supplied content and message schedules create layouts, proofs, permit drawings and production files
Generate and revise drawings and /or documentation related to signs, as required
Function in a prepress role to produce production-ready art, vinyl, and CAD router files for shop releases and to exchange files between various types of design programs.
Coordinate with all aspects of sign making process to meet internal and external deadlines and take a leading role in driving production
Requirements Qualifications
Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
Understanding of illuminated signage electrical systems enough to design and proof illuminated signage projects
Understanding of structural design and the mechanics of assembling and installing dimensional, architectural and illuminated signage.
Ability to interpret signage requirements from architectural drawings, blueprints and technical specification documents and create drawings from sketches, measurements, marked up prints and technical surveys
Ability to import and export file types to and from various graphics and production programs
Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to handle multiple projects
Excellent organizational, management, and communication skills; written, verbal, and listening
Experience with SketchUp/AutoCAD is not necessary, but helpful
Experience with signage and electrical permitting requirements, especially in the state of Maryland would be helpful
Experience with ADA standards a plus
Work independently with and without supervision
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Signage or illuminated & fabricated signage/constructional engineering experience required
Computer Skills
Solid understanding of computers, data entry, internet searches, the Microsoft Office suite and email applications
Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
Experience with ERP System a plus
Other Qualifications
Ability to write effective correspondence to customers and coworkers
Vision abilities required by this job include being able to see clearly at 20 inches or less, distinguish colors, and adjust focus
Mathematical abilities required by this job include reading a ruler, calculating simple costs, and other basic mathematical skills
Job Competencies
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Committed to company mission and values
Flexible and willing to adapt to change
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, one is frequently required to sit a desk and work on computer desktops. Additionally, one is regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time. The associate is regularly required to walk, stoop, and bend over and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to noise typical of an office environment such as printers, computers, and phones operating.
Why Work for Strategic Factory? Financial stability . Start with a competitive base salary and earn promotions based on positive performance and measurable results.
Massive advancement opportunities . Join a rapidly growing company that's poised to double in size in the next three years.
Gorgeous work environment . Have you seen our building? Work alongside skilled professionals in our state-of-the-art facility.
Strategic benefits . Our comprehensive package includes health care, 401k, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other unique benefit options.
Uber-talented team members.
Prepare to be inspired as you work alongside the very best and brightest talent the industry has to offer.
We may work hard, but we play hard, too! We host a variety of fun, team building activities throughout the year.
Strategic Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All candidates will have to pass a background check.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Based on customer supplied content and message schedules create layouts, proofs, permit drawings and production files
Generate and revise drawings and /or documentation related to signs, as required
Function in a prepress role to produce production-ready art, vinyl, and CAD router files for shop releases and to exchange files between various types of design programs.
Coordinate with all aspects of sign making process to meet internal and external deadlines and take a leading role in driving production
Requirements Qualifications
Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
Understanding of illuminated signage electrical systems enough to design and proof illuminated signage projects
Understanding of structural design and the mechanics of assembling and installing dimensional, architectural and illuminated signage.
Ability to interpret signage requirements from architectural drawings, blueprints and technical specification documents and create drawings from sketches, measurements, marked up prints and technical surveys
Ability to import and export file types to and from various graphics and production programs
Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to handle multiple projects
Excellent organizational, management, and communication skills; written, verbal, and listening
Experience with SketchUp/AutoCAD is not necessary, but helpful
Experience with signage and electrical permitting requirements, especially in the state of Maryland would be helpful
Experience with ADA standards a plus
Work independently with and without supervision
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Signage or illuminated & fabricated signage/constructional engineering experience required
Computer Skills
Solid understanding of computers, data entry, internet searches, the Microsoft Office suite and email applications
Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
Experience with ERP System a plus
Other Qualifications
Ability to write effective correspondence to customers and coworkers
Vision abilities required by this job include being able to see clearly at 20 inches or less, distinguish colors, and adjust focus
Mathematical abilities required by this job include reading a ruler, calculating simple costs, and other basic mathematical skills
Job Competencies
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Committed to company mission and values
Flexible and willing to adapt to change
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, one is frequently required to sit a desk and work on computer desktops. Additionally, one is regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time. The associate is regularly required to walk, stoop, and bend over and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to noise typical of an office environment such as printers, computers, and phones operating.
Why Work for Strategic Factory? Financial stability . Start with a competitive base salary and earn promotions based on positive performance and measurable results.
Massive advancement opportunities . Join a rapidly growing company that's poised to double in size in the next three years.
Gorgeous work environment . Have you seen our building? Work alongside skilled professionals in our state-of-the-art facility.
Strategic benefits . Our comprehensive package includes health care, 401k, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other unique benefit options.
Uber-talented team members.
Prepare to be inspired as you work alongside the very best and brightest talent the industry has to offer.
We may work hard, but we play hard, too! We host a variety of fun, team building activities throughout the year.
Strategic Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All candidates will have to pass a background check.
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