Sign and Graphics Production Designer/Drafter

Position Announcement: Production Designer/Drafter

RS Industrial Arts collaborates with Architects, Design Firms, General Contractors, and other industry front-runners to plan, build, and implement custom architectural signage, environmental graphics, and branding solutions for a wide variety of projects that include interior and exterior building graphics, site and parking garage signage as well as custom architectural elements, specialized landscape features, and unique sculpture.

We are currently seeking to add a Production Designer/Drafter to our team.

The successful candidate will:

• Interpret design intent packages and execute working drawings for quoting, production, and fabrication.
• Prepare design intent (Design-Build) and working drawings for client approval.
• Prepare artwork and digital files for production.
• Calculate takeoffs and prepare bills of materials.
• Execute quality reviews in various stages of our workflow.
• Perform other tasks in the Design and Graphics Department as assigned.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a curious mind and a strong desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Be motivated and self-reliant.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment both collaboratively and independently.
• Be detail oriented with the ability to balance multiple concurrent projects and tasks.
• Have exceptional communication and listening skills.
• Possess strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Be energetic and have a sense of humor.

and possess:

• Experience with CorelDraw.
• Ability to read architectural plans and construction documentation.
• Experience designing framing and support structures.
• Knowledge of materials including acrylic and aluminum.
• Understanding of fabrication methods and processes.
• Knowledge of technical drawing conventions and symbols.
• Knowledge of design principles, typography, and color theory.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite as well as standard Office software.
• Basic knowledge of signage regulations established by the ADA 2010, IBC, IFC, and local codes.
• A 2-Year college degree or equivalent certification.
• Experience with a signage manufacturer, environmental graphics firm, or similar trade.

Other valued skills and experience:

• CNC Routing and toolpath strategy
• Large Format Printing and Prepress/Preflight Processes
• Screen printing & color matching
• AutoCAD, SketchUp, SolidWorks

Please note that this is NOT A GRAPHIC DESIGN POSITION. The successful candidate will create shop drawings and technical detailing, based on design intent packages, for our manufacturing team to fabricate various types of aluminum and steel signage and graphic elements.

We work in a Windows-Based Environment.

This is a full time, in-house position and is benefits eligible after a 90-day review.

Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience designing structural framing and supports for sign cabinets?

Experience:

• Sign Design: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person