Signage Designer

Timings: 06:30 PM - 04:30 AM (IST) - Evening Shift
Working Days: Monday - Friday
Location: LOWER PAREL / CURREY ROAD
IMMEDIATE JOINING - 2 Positions

Visual Citi Inc. is a full-service signage, printing and fabrication company based out of New York. Established in 2004, employing more than 100+ employees in the US and having operations in Mexico, Dubai and India.

Position Overview: We are seeking a Designer - Architectural Signage (Satellite Office - Mumbai Location) to support the team in the USA. This role requires a deep understanding and experience of Wayfinding Signage, ADA signage, Interior & Exterior Signage, etc. Candidates should be experienced in preparing shop drawings, reading architectural plans, generating accurate take-offs, and creating production-ready files for sign fabrication and large-format printing.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed shop drawings for architectural and wayfinding signage
• Read and interpret architectural, interior, and MEP drawings
• Carry out quantity take-offs and prepare BOM / BOQ
• Develop elevations, sections, and installation drawings
• Create production-ready artwork and files for fabrication and printing
• Coordinate with production and project teams to ensure design accuracy
• Ensure drawings comply with project specifications and industry standards

Technical Skills Required

• Proficiency in CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator
• Strong understanding of pre-press setups for large-format printing
• Knowledge of signage materials, fabrication methods, and finishing
• Ability to manage multiple drawings and revisions efficiently

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental Design, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in architectural signage or a similar environment
• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Experience working closely with production and execution teams
• Excellent Communication skills both written and verbal (English)

Preferred Attributes

• Prior experience in architectural signage / wayfinding projects
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects

Key Responsibilities:

Design Development:

• Create innovative and effective signage drawings for businesses, communities, retail environments, educational institutions, municipalities, governments, traffic signage, Airports
• Produce detailed technical drawings, plans, message schedules, specifications, sections, and elevations
• Integrate designs seamlessly with architectural drawing sets
• Technical Expertise and Industry Knowledge:
• Utilize advanced knowledge of 2D & 3D design software to create fabrication-ready drawings and shop drawings
• Prepare files for printing and routing, including proper setup of bleeds, drill hole locations, and substrate sizes
• Demonstrate mastery of both vector and raster graphics, as well as CMYK and RGB color systems for large format printing
• Comprehensive knowledge of signage materials and fabrication methods
• Ensure designs comply with ADA standards and other relevant regulations
• Understand sign construction for various types of exterior signs (e.g., channel letters, monument signs, pylon signs)

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in signage design or a similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or Degree/Diploma in Interior Designing or Similar or Equivalent
• Expert proficiency in 2D & 3D, i.e (CorelDRAW, AI, PS, Adv: AutoCAD & or SolidWorks Adobe
• Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop MS-Office & Outlook)
• Proven experience in developing and implementing brand strategies
• Excellent understanding of typography, composition, and information design
• Ability to visualize in both 2D and 3D
• Experience in the signage industry and knowledge of architectural scales, sections, plans, and elevations
• To read Architectural Floor Plans and derive scope of work for signage and branding purposes.
• Excellent communication in English, and time management skills, with adaptability to fast-paced environments and strong ethical conduct

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹90,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person