Signage Industry Experience Highly Preferred

Job Summary: The Sr. Graphic Designer will play a critical role in the design-to-production process, creating detailed elevation mockups, pre-press files, and layout designs for print and cut production. You will work closely with project managers, production teams, and sales to ensure creative designs are visually compelling, technically accurate, and efficiently executed.

Our Exceptional Benefits Plan includes:

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors 

Stratus is one of the nation’s largest brand implementation companies. We are made up of 1,100+ employees nationwide who roll up their sleeves, dive into the details and bring our clients’ brands to life! We deliver versatile solutions for some of the nation’s largest and most recognized brands. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed elevation mockups and visual presentations for interior signage and branding projects
• Create accurate, production-ready artwork for print and cut workflows (vinyl, CNC, laser, and digital print)
• Prepare pre-press files with correct cut paths, bleeds, color profiles, and file formats per production specs
• Interpret architectural drawings and translate them into scalable design layouts
• Collaborate with sales and project management to visualize branded environments
• Maintain file organization and version control in accordance with internal standards
• Ensure all designs meet ADA and code compliance where required
• Participate in design reviews and contribute creative and technical insights

Job Specifications:

• Graphic design experience, ideally in signage, large-format print, or environmental design
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience with print production, plotter/cut file prep, and vinyl graphics
• Strong understanding of scale, spatial layout, and material limitations
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and elevations
• Detail-oriented with excellent organization and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ADA signage layout and compliance
• Familiarity with RIP software and production workflow tools
• Working knowledge of 3D rendering software or CAD tools is a plus

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