Graphic Designer / Production Artist Job at FASTSIGNS in San Jose

Join the Crew at FASTSIGNS San Jose, Capitol Expressway
At FASTSIGNS, we don’t just make signs — we craft visual statements that stop traffic, turn heads, and make brands unforgettable. We help businesses shine brighter in a crowded world. We’re a high-energy, creative crew with serious industry cred (40+ years strong and 780+ locations worldwide), but we move fast, stay fresh, and always push the creative edge. If you live for design that actually works and love seeing your work out in the wild making an impact every day, this is your spot.

Core Responsibilities

Create intelligent designs for retail, healthcare and corporate clients, including signs, banners, vehicle graphics, wall wraps, window graphics and other hard‑working visual communication products

Preflight and optimize files for efficient production (color management, resolution, sizing, layering)

Output files to wide‑format printers, vinyl cutters/plotters, and related equipment

Manage the production queue to ensure client deadlines are met

Maintain organized digital job files and assist with media & ink inventory and ordering

Perform routine maintenance (e.g. replace ink cartridges, routine print head cleaning, etc.)

Desired kills & Experience

Strong portfolio demonstrating clean vector work, typesetting, photo editing, layout design for related projects

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite — primarily Illustrator and Photoshop, with Firefly and Adobe Stock a plus

Experience preparing files for wide‑format printing and cutting

Strong attention to detail and accurate color‑matching skills

Strong English language skills for proofreading, spell checking and grammar

Comfortable working around production equipment and ability to load heavy material rolls onto printer

Ideal Candidates Will Have

Previous sign shop, print shop, or relevant graphics production experience

Willingness to work in both one‑person and team‑based environments

Ability to work in a fun, fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines

Benefits

Competitive pay

PTO and holiday pay

Incentivised bonuses

Healthcare and retirement savings plans

See your work on display all around town

Compensation: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Typical Monday through Friday business hours

Fast growing industry. Opportunity to work in a variety of roles.

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