Sign Designer

Join our growing team - Sunset Signs is looking for you! Since 1992, Sunset Signs has grown into one of California’s premier architectural and electrical signage contractors. At Sunset Signs, we believe architectural signage is more than just wayfinding – it’s an opportunity to tell a story, build identity, and create lasting impressions. Our passion lies in serving both our clients and our team: delivering innovative, high‑quality solutions that bring brands to life, while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where employees can grow and thrive. With every project, we combine craftsmanship, creativity, and care to ensure our clients’ visions are not only met but exceeded. Job Summary The Sign Designer will work within a group of designers to execute conceptual, permit and production drawings for clients nationwide. Projects and tasks may include designing of commercial pylon and monument signage, developing wayfinding programs and other custom signage. Experience with architectural and electrical sign is preferred. This is an on‑site, full‑time (hourly) position. We do not currently offer remote work. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Develop conceptual drawings Create drawings from conceptual designs Produce permit drawing sets for city planning approval with all required forms, schedules and detailing Develop detailed production drawing sets for in‑house manufacturing of signage products Work with and support the design department with large‑scale projects/programs Maintain customer confidence by keeping service information confidential Provide expertise and solutions to customers and project management Required Skills Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously and under tight deadlines Develop conceptual drawings from hand sketches Excellent verbal and written communication skills Great attention to detail and problem solving Positive attitude, persistence, and high level of integrity Ability to thrive in a self‑driven, yet team‑oriented environment Proficient in MS Office including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word Hand drawing skills for design development & conceptual design Knowledge of industrial design and signage design Excellent visualization skills Familiar with architectural and technical drawings Strong understanding of design layouts, dimensioning & detailing Education / Experience AA/BS in Graphic Design or relevant experience 5+ years experience working with electrical and architectural designs in the sign industry 5+ years experience as a designer Proficiency in CorelDRAW (X6 or newer) or Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator Proficiency in MS Office including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word Employment Details Reports to Director of Project Management Status: Full-Time, Hourly Compensation: $25‑35+ per hour, depending on experience Hours: Monday – Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM Benefits (after 90 days): Medical, Dental, Vision (cost for benefits may apply) Holiday Pay (6 paid holidays/year minimum) PTO (1 week minimum/year with increments at 3 years and 5 years) Retirement Account Match up to 4% #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™