We are looking for a graphic designer / production assistant. Mid-coastal San Diego 92110
Well established and growing large format printing and sign company in San Diego is looking for a qualified individual to fill the position of designer / administrative assistant. Applicant must be a talented, experienced, mature, responsible, and capable person that is self-motivated and intelligent. Applicant must be personable, open and honest, easy going and have a great sense of humor. They should be out spoken, but respectful. Candidates must be able to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously and turn projects around quickly. Should be able to interact directly with clientele and help them with all facets of their job.
The job includes the following responsibilities, but hired individual will wear many hats and work within many aspects of the company.
-Designing projects for clients from scratch.
-Reviewing files submitted by clients for print worthiness and tweaking as necessary
-Answering phones (be the first person customers talk to - be warm, welcoming, and helpful); direct calls as necessary and be gate keeper
-Greet Customers at the front counter and discuss their requirements (be warm, welcoming, and helpful)
-Communicating with clients as needed (phone and in person)
-Help with post production activities
– Be physically able to lift boxes and product
-Package outgoing product for shipment and process paperwork
You must be competent and friendly.
Must have an excellent attention to detail and high level of care and pride of workmanship.
Previous sign shop experience is a huge plus.
You are a good graphic designer goes without saying, but just making sure we are on the same page.
Must be adept and proficient at illustrator and Photoshop.
You are or should have the following skill sets, personal traits, interests, capabilities, qualities, characteristics, etc:
a strong work ethic.
polite and provide stellar customer service and enjoy interacting with customers.
EXCELLENT organizational skills to the level that you can help others.
cool under pressure. It can get stressful at times meeting deadlines.
do not whine.
handle conflict in a calm and collective manner.
can manage yourself and projects.
a self starter you do not wait around with your thumb up your ass waiting to be told what to do.
thrive being in an environment that is typically not thermally ideal.
computer literate.
courteous and customer friendly even when they are a PIA
learn from your mistakes and do not repeat them
a great sense of humor.
understand that your life comes first, but occasionally you are needed to work on a weekend or stay late. Only occasionally. Rather rare actually.
understand that facebook and personal emailing should be done at breaks not while you are on the clock.
not lazy.
not afraid to get your hands dirty (don't worry we won't ask you to change the oil on the forklift unless you want to)
a creative and inventive imagination.
ok with occasionally taking your car to make a delivery or pick something up (supplies, lunch, etc)
ok with Filling out forms
capable of carefully boxing up product and arrange for shipping
can Order materials and products on line and via phone
This is a Full Time Position.
Pay is hourly and based off of your current level of experience and capability. Please include your Hourly Rate to be considered. Benefits include co-pay health insurance, 401K, among others.
Company is still small enough that applicant has ability to wear multiple hats and take on various responsibilities, but large enough that we are one of the most respected and prominent manufactures in San Diego with fortune 500 clientele. Projects are fun, rewarding, and challenging.
IMPORTANT NOTES: To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
