Art Director

Phillips Sign & Lighting is a premier sign fabrication and design company in Metro Detroit, dedicated to delivering exceptional signage solutions for our clients. We offer our employees outstanding benefits, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities to tackle challenging, rewarding projects. If you’re passionate about leading creative efforts in the sign and lighting industry, Phillips Sign & Lighting is the place for you.

We are seeking a highly skilled Art Director to lead our creative team in designing innovative, high-impact signage. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in graphic design, expertise in signage-specific tools, and proven leadership abilities to guide projects from concept to completion while meeting client expectations and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop original, visually compelling design concepts for custom signage, including corporate branding, wayfinding, and promotional displays, based on client briefs.
• Lead and mentor a team of sign artists, providing feedback to ensure high-quality, consistent design outputs.
• Oversee the design process from initial sketches to final proofs, ensuring alignment with client branding, budget, and project timelines.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop) and/or Signlab software to create precise digital designs and layouts suitable for fabrication.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and installation teams to select materials (e.g., acrylic, metal, LED) and ensure designs meet practical constraints and installation requirements.
• Stay updated on signage design trends, sustainable materials, and emerging technologies (e.g., digital or interactive displays) to drive innovation.
• Review final artwork for quality control and brand consistency, ensuring error-free deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• 5–10 years of experience in graphic design, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role, preferably within the signage or B2B design industry.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); experience with Signlab or similar signage software is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of modern sign design theory, typography, color theory, and materials used in sign fabrication.
• Familiarity with scaled drawings, ADA compliance, and industry standards for signage production and installation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a proven ability to create visually appealing, functional designs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• A portfolio showcasing signage or B2B design projects is preferred.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement leave
• Health Insurance
• Dental and vision coverage available at group rates
• $10,000 Life Insurance with the option to purchase more without a physical
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Program
• 401K with up to 4% match of 5% employee contribution

Pre-Employment Drug Screen:

To protect the health, safety, and welfare of all employees and the property of Phillips Sign & Lighting, we require a pre-employment drug screen. Phillips Sign & Lighting is a drug-free workplace.