ektello
Sign Shop Assistant (Print Production & Fabrication)
Location: New York, NY | On‑Site | Full‑Time
Contract: 6‑month with potential for extension
Pay: $25–$30 per hour
We’re seeking a Sign Shop Assistant with hands‑on experience in print production, large‑format graphics, and fabrication to join our team. This role combines technical expertise with creativity and precision to bring our visual concepts to life.
What You’ll Do
Prepare and print large‑format graphics using ONYX, Versaworks, and Adobe Acrobat; manage color profiling, ICC calibration, and print quality checks.
Set up, preflight, and process digital files (AI, PDF, PSD, EPS, INDD, TIFF, SVG, etc.) for print and fabrication.
Produce and assemble signs using materials such as vinyl, acrylic, wood, metal, and foam board; operate CNC routers, laser cutters, laminators, and vinyl plotters.
Assist with mounting, laminating, and installation of signage and displays for indoor and outdoor use.
Collaborate directly with clients and internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, propose material and fabrication solutions, and ensure deadlines are met.
Support quoting, scheduling, and tracking of projects in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Required Qualifications
3+ years in print production or sign fabrication, ideally in a sign shop or large‑format print environment.
Strong understanding of color management, RIP software (ONYX, Versaworks), and Adobe Creative Suite.
Skilled with vinyl, acrylic, foam board, metal, and wood materials.
Experience operating CNC routers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, laminators, and plotters.
Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to collaborate across teams.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work on‑site daily in the New York City area.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Sai EnRoute and ICC color profiling.
Experience troubleshooting and maintaining large‑format printers.
Background in event, film, or television production environments.
Familiarity with New York‑area sign vendors and material suppliers.
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Contract: 6‑month with potential for extension
Pay: $25–$30 per hour
We’re seeking a Sign Shop Assistant with hands‑on experience in print production, large‑format graphics, and fabrication to join our team. This role combines technical expertise with creativity and precision to bring our visual concepts to life.
What You’ll Do
Prepare and print large‑format graphics using ONYX, Versaworks, and Adobe Acrobat; manage color profiling, ICC calibration, and print quality checks.
Set up, preflight, and process digital files (AI, PDF, PSD, EPS, INDD, TIFF, SVG, etc.) for print and fabrication.
Produce and assemble signs using materials such as vinyl, acrylic, wood, metal, and foam board; operate CNC routers, laser cutters, laminators, and vinyl plotters.
Assist with mounting, laminating, and installation of signage and displays for indoor and outdoor use.
Collaborate directly with clients and internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, propose material and fabrication solutions, and ensure deadlines are met.
Support quoting, scheduling, and tracking of projects in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Required Qualifications
3+ years in print production or sign fabrication, ideally in a sign shop or large‑format print environment.
Strong understanding of color management, RIP software (ONYX, Versaworks), and Adobe Creative Suite.
Skilled with vinyl, acrylic, foam board, metal, and wood materials.
Experience operating CNC routers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, laminators, and plotters.
Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to collaborate across teams.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work on‑site daily in the New York City area.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Sai EnRoute and ICC color profiling.
Experience troubleshooting and maintaining large‑format printers.
Background in event, film, or television production environments.
Familiarity with New York‑area sign vendors and material suppliers.
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