$49K - $54K/yr
The Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $23.93 - $26.33 per hour (equivalent to $49,774 - $54,766 annually); however, an exact ...
$49K - $54K/yr
The Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $23.93 - $26.33 per hour (equivalent to $49,774 - $54,766 annually); however, an exact ...
Harrisonburg, VA · On-site
$49K - $54K/yr
The Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $23.93 - $26.33 per hour (equivalent to $49,774 - $54,766 annually); however, an exact ...
Harrisonburg, VA · On-site
$49K - $54K/yr
The Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $23.93 - $26.33 per hour (equivalent to $49,774 - $54,766 annually); however, an exact ...
This role is ideal for a designer who excels at turning approved concepts, standards, and ... Signage, Wayfinding & Environmental Graphics * Design and adapt assets for large-format signage ...
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This role is ideal for a designer who excels at turning approved concepts, standards, and ... Signage, Wayfinding & Environmental Graphics * Design and adapt assets for large-format signage ...
This role is ideal for a designer who excels at turning approved concepts, standards, and ... Signage, Wayfinding & Environmental Graphics * Design and adapt assets for large-format signage ...
This role is ideal for a designer who excels at turning approved concepts, standards, and ... Signage, Wayfinding & Environmental Graphics * Design and adapt assets for large-format signage ...
This role is ideal for a designer who excels at turning approved concepts, standards, and ... Signage, Wayfinding & Environmental Graphics * Design and adapt assets for large-format signage ...
This role is ideal for a designer who excels at turning approved concepts, standards, and ... Signage, Wayfinding & Environmental Graphics * Design and adapt assets for large-format signage ...
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$70K - $100K/yr
Senior Technical Designer Location: Charlottesville, VA Employment Type: Full-time, On-site ... signage, and graphics firm based in Charlottesville, VA. For over 40 years, we've partnered with ...
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Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$70K - $100K/yr
Senior Technical Designer Location: Charlottesville, VA Employment Type: Full-time, On-site ... signage, and graphics firm based in Charlottesville, VA. For over 40 years, we've partnered with ...
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Create signage, brochures, fliers, and other materials using various design software, platforms, and tools. 4) You'll execute creative projects from concept to completion. Develop designs ...
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Create signage, brochures, fliers, and other materials using various design software, platforms, and tools. 4) You'll execute creative projects from concept to completion. Develop designs ...
Blacksburg, VA · Hybrid
$20 - $25/hr
Create signage, brochures, fliers, and other materials using various design software, platforms, and tools. 4) You'll execute creative projects from concept to completion. Develop designs ...
Blacksburg, VA · Hybrid
$20 - $25/hr
Create signage, brochures, fliers, and other materials using various design software, platforms, and tools. 4) You'll execute creative projects from concept to completion. Develop designs ...
Maintain equipment and cleanliness of work area; operate forklift trucks and cranes designed to move signs from racks to trailers. Cross Training * Float to regular applications when necessary.
Maintain equipment and cleanliness of work area; operate forklift trucks and cranes designed to move signs from racks to trailers. Cross Training * Float to regular applications when necessary.
Maintain equipment and cleanliness of work area; operate forklift trucks and cranes designed to move signs from racks to trailers. Cross Training * Float to regular applications when necessary.
Maintain equipment and cleanliness of work area; operate forklift trucks and cranes designed to move signs from racks to trailers. Cross Training * Float to regular applications when necessary.
Maintain equipment and cleanliness of work area; operate forklift trucks and cranes designed to move signs from racks to trailers. Cross Training * Float to regular applications when necessary.
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Maintain equipment and cleanliness of work area; operate forklift trucks and cranes designed to move signs from racks to trailers. Cross Training * Float to regular applications when necessary.
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
$55K/yr
... signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials -Assist with administration of contract documents, bids ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$55K/yr
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet all requirements ... Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
VG Systems, LLC is seeking a creative Graphic Designer to provide high-quality visual design and ... Selected candidates must be able to sign a HUBZone attestation and provide required SBA ...
VG Systems, LLC is seeking a creative Graphic Designer to provide high-quality visual design and ... Selected candidates must be able to sign a HUBZone attestation and provide required SBA ...
$16.21 - $17.42
4% of jobs
$17.42 - $18.63
5% of jobs
$18.63 - $19.85
5% of jobs
$21 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.85 - $21.06
11% of jobs
$21.06 - $22.27
9% of jobs
$22.27 - $23.49
2% of jobs
$23.49 - $24.70
12% of jobs
The median wage is $24.87 / hr.
$24.70 - $25.91
15% of jobs
$26.91 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$25.91 - $27.13
15% of jobs
$27.13 - $28.34
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A sign designer is a graphic design specialist who creates the visual elements of a sign, such as a billboard, window display, or advertisement. Your duties and responsibilities in this career are to consult with art directors and other creative designers in your department to understand what kind of sign your client wants. This may include specifications such as color scheme, appropriate brand logos, and other visual elements that fit in with the campaign or goals. You then design a layout for the clients to review. If it meets their approval, you enter production and ensure that you have taken care of all physical components.
| Aspect | Sign Designer | Sign Painter |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Design skills, graphic design certifications | Artistic ability, experience in hand-painting |
| Work Environment | Design studios, offices, digital platforms | On-site sign painting, workshops, outdoor settings |
| Industry Usage | Advertising, branding, digital signage | Traditional signage, custom hand-painted signs |
Sign Designers focus on creating visual concepts using digital tools and design principles, often working in studios or offices. Sign Painters specialize in hand-painting signs, emphasizing craftsmanship and artistic skill. While both roles contribute to signage, Sign Designers handle the conceptual and digital aspects, whereas Sign Painters bring those designs to life through manual painting techniques.
$49K - $54K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 23 days ago
Description Do you want a career that allows you to utilize your technical and creative skills/experience to design and manufacture a variety of signs for traffic control, City facilities, and other exciting projects. If so, the City of Harrisonburg Public Works Department's Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator role may be the right position for you. The Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $23.93 - $26.33 per hour (equivalent to $49,774 - $54,766 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy
In this hands-on and creative role, you will turn work orders and verbal requests into high-quality signage for a wide range of applications, including banner, directional, facility, street, and traffic signs, using specialized graphic design software and computer-driven plotting equipment. You will produce finished signage from start to finish by proofing, trimming, sorting, assembling, and distributing materials, while working with substrates such as corrugated plastic, foam board, PVC, aluminum, and acrylic. This position also offers the opportunity to apply vinyl graphics to various surfaces, operate large-format printing equipment, and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting to keep sign shop operations running efficiently.
Beyond production, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys blending technical skill with creativity and innovation. You will use computer-aided graphics software and related applications to develop sign designs, patterns, and lettering that align with City branding standards and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). A detailed list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the Sign Graphics Designer & Fabricator class specification.
Minimum Qualifications Associates degree with coursework in graphic design or a related field and moderate (1-3 years) experience in graphic design. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement. Valid driver's license.
Click here to view the physical requirements of this position. The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results: DMV record review; and Criminal background check. Supplemental Information To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history.
This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 05/14/2026) The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
