Graphic Designer/Admin

Graphic Designer / Admin

Sign Shop Graphic Designer / Admin

Port Signworks of Newburyport, MA is looking for a Part Time Graphic Design/Customer service professional.

This position is, Mon - Friday 20-35 hours per week, and could work into full time position.

Description:

• The graphic artist / admin will design sign artwork based upon customer specifications.
• Working together with the other members of the team, the graphic artist will organize and schedule jobs and assign them to the vinyl fabrication personnel to be completed.
• In addition, the graphic artist / admin will assist with sales and customer service as needed, often working directly with clients in order to best assess the solution for a specific order.
• The graphic artist / admin must have a good eye for attractive and functional design.
• While artistic talent is helpful, effective and practical layout skills are also important.
• They must be comfortable designing and creating with vector-based graphics software, such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop software.
• Knowledge of FlexiDESIGN is also a plus.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• We really are looking for someone with Graphic Design Experience.
• A working knowledge of Adobe cloud software, specifically Illustrator and Photoshop IS REQUIRED.
• Previous sign shop experience is helpful.
• Customer service skills both on the phone and in person are very important.
• Experience with vinyl and substrates, as well as fabrication and application methods, is also a plus.
• A candidate lacking such experience but willing to gain such knowledge is welcome.
• The artist must be capable of working on his or her own, and able to be trusted to complete work in a timely fashion.
• Personal and professional maturity are an absolute must.
• The candidate selected will be comfortable dealing with people and will be prepared to offer courteous and helpful customer service to our clients.
• Willingness to collaborate with the team is essential and highly desired.

We are looking forward to meeting the newest member of the team and welcoming you aboard.