Production Artist

Overview

Sign Shop Assistant (Contract)
Location: On-site | New York, NY
Pay Rate: $27/hour
Duration: 3-month contract with potential to extend
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Sign Shop Assistant
We are seeking a Sign Shop Assistant with 3+ years of experience in a professional print or sign shop environment, ideally supporting film, television, or live events. This role supports both print production and sign fabrication
, requiring hands-on technical skills, attention to detail, and strong customer service in a fast-paced environment.

• Support large format printing and color production using ONYX and Versa works RIPs
• Prepare final artwork files for print, including:
• File setup, pre-flight checks, and color management
• ICC profiling and color matching
• Work with industry-standard file formats including:
• JPEG, PNG, TIFF, PSD, EPS, AI, INDD, PDF, SVG, RAW
• Raster and vector-based files
• Review print proofs and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality and accuracy
• Ensure designs meet print specifications (color profiles, resolution, bleed, etc.)

• Assemble signs through weeding, cutting, trimming, and finishing
• Safely operate power tools and shop equipment
• Handle and work with materials such as vinyl, acrylic, metal, wood, and foam board
• Produce and install dimensional lettering and graphics with precise alignment
• Operate CNC routers and laser cutters, including:
• Software setup and programming
• Material setup and equipment operation
• Perform finishing tasks such as laminating, mounting, framing, and installation (indoor/outdoor)

• Consult with clients to understand project scope, timelines, materials, and quantities
• Recommend material alternatives and fabrication methods when appropriate
• Assess project feasibility and turnaround timelines
• Incorporate client feedback and revisions efficiently
• Provide high-volume phone, email, and in-person customer support
• Assist with estimating projects and pricing production work

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a print or sign shop environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Creative mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting large format printers and inks
• Ability to operate:
• Large format printers
• CNC routers
• Vinyl cutters/plotters
• Laminators
• Prior experience working in a New York sign shop and familiarity with local vendors

• Posters and large-format graphics
• Floor graphics and environmental signage
• Prop packaging and dimensional lettering
• Event, convention, and studio displays

This is a hands-on, on-site role ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical and creative sides of sign production and thrives in a collaborative production environment.