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FastSigns

Production Designer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

That designer seat is the one this posting is for, and it's the seat the rest of the shop revolves ... Maintain the customer logo and art library so we're not rebuilding the same files every order.

Conversion

Brand Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Every logo lockup, every deck, every launch page, every color and type call. I've loved doing it ... So, now I'm hiring a brand designer. Someone who owns our visual identity top to bottom and builds ...

Lab37

Culinary Brand Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$159K - $215K/yr

Lead brand naming, brand story, and logo/iconography - go from concept brief to full identity ... Experience designing for food / hospitality / CPG (understanding of packaging, menus, and food ...

Lab37

Culinary Brand Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$159K - $215K/yr

Lead brand naming, brand story, and logo/iconography - go from concept brief to full identity ... Experience designing for food / hospitality / CPG (understanding of packaging, menus, and food ...

Softline Solutions

Flex Designer II

Glendale, CA · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

You should be equally comfortable executing logo identities, preparing pre-press art files ... used by designers, partners, and vendors - not filed away Extend the Brand Across Channels ...

Softline Solutions

Flex Designer I

Glendale, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

You should be equally comfortable refining a logo system and producing packaging layouts, paid ... designers, partners, and vendors - not filed away Extend the Brand Across Channels • Establish ...

Nectar Social

Brand Designer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

Define and evolve Nectar's visual identity (logo, typography, color, iconography, motion) into a ... Nice to have: experience designing for B2B SaaS, martech, or social/community platforms What We ...

FastSigns

Inside Sales / Graphic Designer

Whittier, CA · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Maintain customer logo library; convert graphic files Ideal Qualifications for FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer: * 1-2 years of graphic design experience * High School diploma or equivalent * Proficient in ...

SEOP

Senior Graphic Designer

Irvine, CA

$69K - $95K/yr

SEOP is looking for a qualified, driven Senior Graphic Designer. This is an opportunity to be part ... logo design Intermediate knowledge of HTML, HTML5 and Flash as well as other digital design best ...

Seop, Inc.

Senior Graphic Designer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

SEOP is looking for a qualified, driven Senior Graphic Designer. This is an opportunity to be part ... logo design • Intermediate knowledge of HTML, HTML5 and Flash as well as other digital design ...

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How much do logo designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for logo designer in California is $26.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $30.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Logo Designer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectLogo DesignerGraphic Designer
CredentialsPortfolio, design skills, sometimes certifications in design softwarePortfolio, design skills, often certifications in graphic design or related fields
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, freelance, in-house branding teamsAdvertising agencies, media companies, corporate marketing teams
Industry UsageBranding, marketing, advertisingAdvertising, publishing, digital media, branding

Logo Designers focus specifically on creating visual symbols that represent brands, often working on branding projects. Graphic Designers have a broader scope, working on various visual content like posters, brochures, and digital media. While both roles require strong design skills and similar credentials, Logo Designers specialize in logo creation, whereas Graphic Designers handle a wider range of visual communication tasks.

What are some common challenges logo designers face when working with clients, and how can they be managed?

Logo designers often encounter challenges such as interpreting vague client feedback, aligning creative vision with brand identity, and managing multiple revision requests. Clear communication is key—successful designers establish a structured briefing process, set expectations about timelines and revision limits, and use visual references to ensure alignment. Building strong collaborative relationships with clients not only streamlines the design process but also helps deliver logos that effectively represent the brand.

What is a logo designer?

A logo designer is a graphic design professional who specializes in creating unique visual symbols or marks—known as logos—that represent a brand, company, or organization. Their work involves understanding the client’s vision, researching the industry and competitors, and using design principles to develop memorable and effective logos. Logo designers use tools like Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW to craft their designs, ensuring that the final product communicates the intended message and identity. They often collaborate closely with clients to revise and refine their concepts, resulting in a logo that helps build brand recognition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Logo Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Logo Designer, you need strong graphic design skills, creativity, and proficiency in visual communication, often supported by a degree or certification in graphic design. Mastery of industry-standard design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is essential, along with familiarity with digital asset management systems. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret client briefs help set outstanding logo designers apart. These skills are crucial for creating memorable, effective logos that accurately represent brands and meet client expectations.
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Production Designer

FastSigns

Irvine, CA • On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

Production Designer
We're an independently owned FASTSIGNS franchise in Irvine. Locally run, tight-knit, and growing. The team: one outside sales rep, a store manager, a production crew, and one graphic designer. That designer seat is the one this posting is for, and it's the seat the rest of the shop revolves around. Without good art, nothing gets printed, cut, or installed. You will not be one of twelve designers shipping into a queue. You'll be the designer. What you build today goes out the door this week and shows up on a building, a vehicle, a tradeshow booth, or a storefront soon after.
We make signs, vehicle graphics, banners, wall and window graphics, ADA and wayfinding, dimensional letters, and decals. Basically anything visual a local business needs. Customers range from single retail jobs to multi-location rollouts.
What you'll actually do day to day
Design and prepress (most of your time)
  • Build new artwork from customer briefs, rough sketches, or "make it look like this."
  • Take customer-supplied art (often a low-res JPG of a logo from 2009) and rebuild or clean it up so it actually prints.
  • Prep production-ready files: outline fonts, embed images, scale at output size, set bleeds, color-manage for our output devices.
  • Maintain the customer logo and art library so we're not rebuilding the same files every order.
  • Inspect every job before it goes to output: right material, right device settings, right size, right colors.

Running print and cut production
  • Operate the roll-to-roll printer: color management, media loading, RIP and print queue, quality checks. That list grows as the shop grows. A desktop UV printer, a flatbed, and a second roll-to-roll are on the roadmap, and you'll be trained on and running those too.
  • Operate the vinyl plotter: set up cut paths, load rolls, run cuts, weed, mask, and hand off (or apply, depending on the job).

File prep for other equipment (you won't run these)
  • Prep files for the CNC router: clean vectors, proper tool paths, accounting for kerf, tabs, and material. The operator depends on you sending files that don't waste material or burn time.
  • Prep files for the laser cutter: correct line weights and colors for cut vs. score vs. raster. Same idea. The operator's day goes well or badly based on your file.

Light hands-on production
  • Laminate prints when the job calls for it.
  • Mount printed vinyl or paper to substrate (foam board, ACM, coroplast, etc.).
  • Help out with applications and finishing when production is slammed and you're between design jobs.

Customer-facing when needed
  • Occasionally hop on a quick call or email thread with a customer to clarify direction before you burn hours going down the wrong path.

What we're looking for
  • Real proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (the workhorse), Photoshop, and InDesign. Not "I took a class once." We mean sit-down-and-work proficiency.
  • 2+ years of design experience. Sign, print, or production background is a big plus. We'll also consider strong designers from adjacent fields if you're willing to learn the production side fast.
  • Solid file hygiene. Layered, named, organized. We have to come back to your files months later, and so does the next designer we hire.
  • Comfort with print production realities: bleeds, color profiles, vector vs. raster, why a 72dpi logo is a problem.
  • Willingness to get up from the desk. This is not a pure-design seat. You'll be on your feet part of the day, running equipment and working with materials alongside the design work.
  • Ability to prioritize across 10 to 20 active jobs without dropping balls.
  • High school diploma or equivalent. Formal design training is great but not required if you can do the work.

Growth
Because of how the team is structured, growth here looks like whatever you're good at and want to do more of. Two real paths, and you pick:
  • Depth in design Take on the harder, more creative jobs. Own brand work for repeat customers. As we hire a second designer down the road, become the lead.
  • Breadth into production Cross-train on the CNC and laser cutter so you can take a job from concept to finished sign without handoffs. As we add equipment, become the person who knows every machine in the shop.

We'll figure out which path fits as we get to know you. Either one is real.
The basics
  • Full-time, on-site at our Irvine shop.
  • Monday through Friday, daytime hours.
  • Paid time off, 401(k) with match, and competitive pay. Happy to discuss specifics when we talk.

How to apply
Send a resume and a portfolio (link or PDF). Portfolio matters more than the resume, so show us actual work. If you've done sign or print production, put that up front.
Compensation: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.
Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.
Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.

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