Graphic Designer / Production Specialist at FASTSIGNS® in ID-Coeur d'Alene-83815

Job description

• Graphic Designer & Production Artist: The "Maker" Role at FASTSIGNS
• Design the City. Master the Craft. Own the Workflow.
• Are you a designer who is tired of your work living and dying on a glowing screen? Do you crave the satisfaction of seeing your digital creations transformed into massive, physical landmarks that define your community?
• We are FASTSIGNS of Coeur d’Alene, and we are launching a brand-new, state-of-the-art center. We aren't just looking for someone to "push pixels." We are looking for a Founding Graphic Designer who wants to be a "Maker"—someone who takes pride in the entire journey from a blank Adobe Illustrator artboard to a high-fidelity, finished physical product.
• In most shops, "fast" means "chaos." In our shop, "fast" means optimized.
• The "Calm" Workflow: Guided by a veteran owner with a proven track record, our design and production area is unhurried, organized, and intentional. No "I need it yesterday" surprises—just a clear, visual work board and a team that stays ahead of the curve.
• The "Maker" Experience: You won’t just be sitting at a desk. You’ll be the master of our brand-new, FASTSIGNS-exclusive Epson printer fleet and Mutoh plotters. You’ll see your work move from the screen, through the printer, and into the real world.
• A Protected Creative Space: Our sales team is trained to set realistic expectations. We know our name is FASTSIGNS, but we also know that quality takes a process. We protect your queue so you can focus on excellence.
• Mentorship & Growth: Start with a fully-paid, one-week professional training in May at our HQ in Carrollton, TX. You'll return to a shop where the owners are invested in your success and provide the tools for you to do your best work—your way.
• In your first 90 days, you will have mastered our optimized workflow and Epson/Mutoh equipment fleet. You’ll be the engine of our production area, confidently taking a client's concept and turning it into a finished, high-quality sign with minimal outside input. You’ll be a vital part of our morning huddles, helping us stay ahead of deadlines and building a reputation for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Master the optimized workflow and Epson/Mutoh equipment fleet
• Take a client's concept and turn it into a finished, high-quality sign with minimal outside input
• Be a vital part of morning huddles, helping stay ahead of deadlines and building a reputation for excellence
• Operate high-end printers and Mutoh plotters
• Weed vinyl and ensure every edge is perfect
• Apply graphics on production table

Requirements

• We are looking for a high-quality professional with 3–5 years of experience who values precision, integrity, and the "Maker" spirit.
• The Illustrator Pro: Adobe Illustrator is your second language. You understand paths, vectors, and how to prep files for flawless physical output.
• The Detail Fanatic: You "measure twice and cut once." You have the "Maker" mindset where you enjoy weeding vinyl, operating high-end printers, and ensuring every edge is perfect.
• The EQ Teammate: You value a calm environment. You are a curious learner who isn't afraid to ask for assistance, and you take meticulous notes to ensure a project is done right the first time.
• The Physical Creator: You find joy in the "hands-on" part of the job—whether it’s leaning over a production table to apply graphics or seeing a 50lb roll of media turn into a masterpiece.

Skills

Required

• Adobe Illustrator
• Experience with vinyl weeding
• Operating high-end printers and plotters
• Physical hands-on work
• Precision and integrity

Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Performance Bonuses
• Monthly Health Stipend
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• All-Expenses-Paid Training in Texas (if hired before May 1st)
• Brand-New, State-of-the-Art Equipment
• A Family-Owned, Mentor-Driven Culture
• Stop just designing. Start building. Apply today to join our founding team.
• Compensation: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour