Job Description

: Signage Designer / Shop Drawing Detailer

Position: Signage Designer / Shop Drawing Detailer

Location: [Dubai ]

Reports to: Design/Project Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Shop Drawing Preparation: Retail, Hospitality, Shopping Malls & Community Development Projects.
• Prepare precise shop drawings with accurate measurements, materials, and specifications for fabrication and installation.
• Translate design concepts into technical drawings, ensuring that all elements can be produced efficiently and within budget.
• Detailed Allocation Drawings for each sign Items which includes positions, electrical, and foundation details.
• Coordinate with architects, urban planners, and designers to seamlessly integrate signage into the project's overall design and navigation system.
• Create location plans for different zones and buildings, considering user flow, access points, and key signage areas.
• Material and Vendor Coordination:
• Engineering coordination with inhouse structural engineers and third-party design/ structure/ feasibility reports.
• Work with fabricators and vendors to select appropriate materials (metals, plastics, vinyl, etc.) and fabrication techniques.
• Ensure that shop drawings meet production capabilities and standards, coordinating revisions as needed.
• Site Coordination:
• Conduct site surveys to assess installation conditions and dimensions.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and architects to ensure seamless integration of signage into the project environment.
• Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure designs comply with Authority guidelines, Shopping malls guidelines, and safety regulations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and technologies.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure that design and shop drawings meet project goals and timelines.
• Collaborate with production teams to address any challenges during the fabrication or installation phases.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in signage design and detailing.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, or equivalent and SketchUp).
• Strong understanding of architectural drawings and technical details.
• Ability to prepare detailed shop drawings for signage fabrication and allocation plans for large-scale projects.
• Knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, and installation techniques.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with wayfinding systems and large-scale commercial projects.
• Knowledge of 3D design software like SketchUp or 3ds Max.

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience.

Application:

Please submit your portfolio and resume to Thomas@theidentityfactory.com or Admin@theidentityfactory.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month