Graphics Designer - Rockford, United States - Valley Expo & Displays

Valley Expo & Displays
Valley Expo & Displays
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Rockford, United States

4 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

A designer produces visual solutions to the communication needs of clients using a mix of creative skills and commercial awareness.

Designers need imaginative flair, awareness of current trends in the visual arts, an understanding of material costs, time limits, and mechanical aptitude - all of which can impact the design in the way of look, production, and overall execution of effectiveness.


Job includes, but not limited, to the following:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Meeting with the Account Executive Manager daily to discuss work in the graphics department and bring up any questions or issues.
  • Scheduling work in the Graphics Department.
  • Delegate work to those placed under your lead.
  • Interaction with Client Services and Warehouse Production staff.
  • Create new graphic files per the clients provided specifications.
  • Provide input for any possible improvement to software or hardware in the graphics department.
  • Work with outside vendors to provide their services to the Company in the most efficient and costeffective manner.
  • Ensure that the output of graphics from the large format printers meet expectations as required.
  • Purchase and maintain sufficient inventory levels of all material for the department as required.
  • Continually look for ways to improve the department and processes.
  • Maintain a standard method of filing files for easy retrieval and future reference.
  • Maintain an optimally functional work station for the needs of the department.
  • Work under the direction of work orders from Client Service and Sales staff as requested.
  • Meet all deadlines as determined by business needs.
  • Maintain a scheduling mechanism listing status of all current and future jobs.
  • Prepare all graphics for shipment, and load as necessary.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
  • Be reasonably available to contribute to graphic needs required outside of normal business hours.
  • Daily job duties could include designing graphics, designing Sales Websites, proofing graphics, creating floorplans, prepping files for print, and printing/finishing graphics.
  • Inventory Expo show equipment before it leaves and upon return to insure
Accuracy

  • Assist with expo and display show sets onsite as directed by Manager.
  • Maintain Social Media posts on a regular basis.
  • Creation of detail prints, drafting prints, and floor plans
  • Working with others reviewing design needs: graphic needs, clarification to display builders / Project Manager in conjunction with detail prints, Graphics Department interaction, Sales Staff and Client interaction
  • Produce renderings for client presentations
  • Design ideas, thumbnails, rough sketches, and research

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient with computer software programs such as: A reasonable CAD / rendering software (such as Vectorworks / Renderworks, Auto CAD, Solidworks, etc.), MacOS, Adobe Creative Cloud/Suite, Microsoft Office, Web Design, networking and experience with large format graphic output equipment and finishing procedures.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft office programs.
  • Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, basic math skills
  • Think critically and creatively to problem solve.
  • Excellent judgment
  • Organizational skills
  • Handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion
  • Knowledge of Tradeshow I&D, Exhibitor Kits, and an understanding of general tradeshow rules and regulations
  • Good time management must be able to work to meet critical deadlines
  • Knowledge of the use of standard office equipment
  • Ability to be independent/ reliable/good work ethic/ team player
  • Knowledge of rendering, design and visual problem solving. Exhibit design experience is a necessity

Pay:
From $20.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location:
In person

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