Graphic Designer/Trophy Maker at Watson Design Inc. — NeverHard

Watson Design Inc. 13-38936 Queens Way Squamish BC V8B 0V2 Pay: $82,038 CAD per annum Job Type and hours: Full-time, Permanent – 40 hours per week Number of openings for this position: 1 Expected start date: ASAP Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation Job Location: Watson Design Inc. 13-38936 Queens Way Squamish BC V8B0V2 On Site only, no remote working available Job Description & Duties ● Consult with clients to develop custom concepts, layouts, and visual designs for bespoke trophies, awards and plaques ● Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect ● Develop graphic elements, production-ready artwork, and product mockups that meet client objectives and manufacturing requirements ● Prepare layouts, vector artwork, and files for print, engraving, CNC machining, laser cutting, and UV printing processes ● Manage projects from start to finish; throughout prototyping, fabrication, and finishing stages using mixed materials including Wood, Acrylic, and Metal ● Operate and maintain production equipment including Roland UV Flatbed Printers, Trotec Laser Engraver, 3-Axis CNC Router and Fibre Laser Machine ● Apply knowledge of fabrication methods and material properties to support efficient production and high-quality finished products ● Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced custom production environment while maintaining attention to detail and production deadlines ● Support ongoing product development and contribute creative solutions for custom client projects ● Supervise other graphic designers Skills / Education / Experience Required ● Fluent in English ● Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related discipline ● Minimum 2 years of professional Graphic Design experience ● Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. Experience of Roland Versaworks and Vectric Cut 2D, considered a strong asset. ● Strong understanding of layout, typography, branding, and visual communication principles ● High attention to detail with strong problem-solving and time management skills ● Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small production team ● Experience preparing production-ready artwork for print and fabrication processes ● Experience working hands-on in a workshop, manufacturing, or custom fabrication environment ● Be comfortable using Woodworking/Metalworking tools, including Table Saw/Chop Saw, and resin casting processes. Contact: Andrew Watson, Owner E: office@andrewwatsondesign.com T: +1 778 239 8884