Graphic Design Manager – Sign Manufacturing

Graphic Design Manager – Sign ManufacturingLocation: Rock Hill, SCSchedule: Full-Time | On-SiteCompensation: $100K - $110K annually, based on experienceAbout the OpportunityOur client, an established architectural signage manufacturer serving clients nationwide, is hiring an experienced Design Manager to lead its in-house design department in Rock Hill, SC.This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone with strong sign-industry experience who understands how to take design work from initial concept through engineering, fabrication, and installation. The Design Manager will lead and develop a team of designers while strengthening design standards, improving workflow, and ensuring every project is accurate, buildable, and production ready.The ideal candidate combines people leadership with a strong technical understanding of architectural signage, environmental graphics, fabrication methods, materials, mounting systems, and installation requirements.What You’ll DoLead the Design Department, including team performance, workload planning, scheduling, quality, and accountabilityAssign projects and balance department capacity to support deadlines and production prioritiesReview drawings and design packages for accuracy, completeness, code considerations, buildability, and alignment with project scopeEnsure drawings include the necessary dimensions, materials, mounting details, fabrication requirements, and installation considerationsEstablish and maintain design standards, quality-control processes, templates, file structures, and naming conventionsIdentify design, engineering, production, or field conflicts before they affect project timelinesPartner closely with Sales, Project Management, Production, Engineering, and Installation throughout the project lifecycleManage outside engineering and design vendors while ensuring deliverables meet project requirementsRecruit, mentor, and develop design talent while building a collaborative and accountable team cultureBuild trusted relationships with architects, developers, general contractors, and key clientsWhat We’re Looking For7+ years of design experience within architectural signage, environmental graphics, experiential graphics, or a related large-format production environmentPrevious experience managing designers, assigning workloads, developing employees, and driving team accountabilityStrong understanding of sign fabrication, materials, mounting methods, engineering requirements, and installation considerationsExperience reviewing technical drawings and preparing accurate, production-ready design documentationDemonstrated success improving design standards, workflows, quality control, and overall department performanceAbility to coordinate effectively with production, engineering, project management, installation teams, and outside vendorsAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Creative SuiteStrong communication, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work on-site in Rock Hill, SCWhat’s OfferedCompetitive salary based on experienceMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k)Paid time off and paid holidaysProfessional growth and development opportunitiesThe opportunity to lead and strengthen an established design department within a respected architectural signage organization