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Our Austin, Texas-based sign shop designs and paints signs and murals. We are seeking a Production Assistant to help with the daily operations of the studio and on site projects.

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

We are looking for a well-rounded assistant to help us with the set up, production, and break down of sign painting projects, both on location and in the studio. We are willing to train the right person — prior experience painting or in graphic design is useful, but not required.

This is an in-person position requiring about 20-30 hours a week, depending on project demands. Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet production demands is helpful.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and an operational vehicle to drive to and from job sites.

This is not a sign painting apprenticeship position.

Responsibilities

  • Cleaning and preparing substrates to be painted

  • Measuring, cutting and finishing materials like MDO plywood and aluminum using both hand and power tools

  • Setting up, maintaining and breaking down a clean workspace both in studio and on location

  • Interpreting work orders, briefs and patterns

  • Electro-pouncing patterns

  • Willingness to expand knowledge of industry processes and terms

  • Photographing and documenting process and completed work

  • Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications

Skills 

  • Strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Proficiency at taking and recording accurate measurements

  • Familiarity with safe operation of power and hand tools

  • Must have a valid TX driver’s license and working vehicle

  • Must be able to stand for long periods, lift and carry up to 100 pounds, and work at heights accessed by ladders and scaffolds.

Ideal Qualifications - Not Required

  • Knowledge of basic painting and carpentry related terminology, practices including maintenance and repair methods, materials, tools and equipment.

  • Experience with graphic design and Adobe Creative Suite

  • 1-3 years experience as a production assistant in a skilled trade or studio environment

Education

  • We are seeking the best candidate regardless of formal education.

Compensation

The compensation for this position:

  • Starts $20-$25 per hour, depending on experience

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Interested in joining the Manning Signs team? We’d love to hear from you. Send us your resume! jobs@manning-signs.com