Fearlessly
Creative

Without
apologies

Scroll Down

Welcome to Clear Sign and Design

Because We See the Art in All That We Do

“Much more than a catchy phrase, this statement is a core element to our existence and is the answer to many internal and external questions.  Combine that credo with 40+ years of hard knocks, recognition and lessons learned, and you get the foundation for something special.  Standing out from the crowd is not only a common goal for our projects, but for us as an organization as well. Starting with the end in mind, staying client focused, and seeing the art in all that we do are just a few ways we continue to stand out from the crowd. I look forward to putting my team to work for you.

– Gabe Griffin, General Manager

Featured Projects

View Portfolio

Trinity Place

Does your low income housing project need a high style and cost effective image? If so, you came to the right place. We have partnered with Wakeland Housing to bring you a showcase-worthy property that embodies both style and affordability.

View Project

Hyatt

Check out this beautifully designed 700 unit masterpiece located in Downtown Salt Lake City Utah. This project allowed us to flex our muscle and add another showcase piece to our National portfolio.

View Project

City College

Higher education has never looked so good. See how we elevated the brand image and navigation of the expansive City College Campus with a large and diverse branding package.

View Project

Origin

Does your aging commercial property need a face-lift? See how our design build model was put to use for a large commercial office complex with award winning results!

View Project

1500 Granville

Are you tired of seeing the same old generic code sign packages used over and over again? So are we! See how we collaborated with Muriello Designs to create a truly one of a kind code sign package!

View Project

Projects

Featured Projects

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud.

View Portfolio

Peace of Mind

If you are an experienced purchaser, or a collaborator of signage, you can attest that there is much more to building trust than having a pretty face and a shiny portfolio. That’s why the product we sell most year, after year, isn’t signage at all. It’s peace of mind.

Why

The Reason We're Here

We exist to tell your story and showcase your brand using a variety of methods and mediums. We thrive in a collaborative environment, hyper focus on the small details, and always see the art in all that we do. Serving our clients in impactful ways fuels our culture and provides the catalyst for our creativity. Over the years we have found that the harder we focus and work for our clients, the better our returns have been.

What

Making it Matter

Like many other recipes worth sharing, ours is ironically simple. We start with a diverse team of skilled tradesman and tradeswomen, provide them modern equipment and tooling, mix in a collaborative culture, add a dash of creative guidance, a healthy dose of autonomy, and serve fresh daily. With our dedicated team and creative leadership I am confident our team will find success no matter what challenge we put in front of them. We just so happen to build signs.

How

We Measure Success

Sure, the industry awards and accolades are cool and all, but there is no better compliment than repeat clients and referrals. We take our work seriously, which is reflected in our wide array of deliverables, custom products and client trust. Nothing makes us feel more proud than words of praise from clients. That is the fuel that pushes us towards constant improvement and the evolution that is required to stay relevant after 42+ years.

By the Numbers

Behind the glamorous signs, design awards and global recognition, is a team of dedicated tradesman and tradeswoman who work tirelessly to focus on the details, so you don’t have too. Sure, our sexy portfolio might do the trick in building your confidence, but just in case that wasn’t enough, perhaps some of these stats will help. One lesson we have learned over the last 40+ years and 23,000+ projects is that trust builds slowly and is lost quickly. Perfection is always the goal, despite it always feeling like it is just slightly out of reach.

1

9

,

8

1

The year it all started

23

,

850

Projects Completed

35+

States Served

6,685+

Apartment Units
Developed in 2023

.77

OSHA MOD Rate
in 2023

$2M+

Investment in
Manufacturing Facility

558+

Combined Years
of Staff Experience

35+

States Served

6,350+

Apartment Units
Developed in 2022

.77

OSHA MOD Rate
in 2022

$2M+

Investment in
Manufacturing Facility

558+

Combined Years
of Staff Experience

1981

The year it all started

23,850

Projects Completed

35+

States Served

6,350+

Apartment Units
Developed in 2022

.77

Current OSHA MOD Rate

$2M+

Investment in
Manufacturing Facility

558+

Combined Years
of Staff Experience

Our Services

Your Best Resource
Anytime. Anywhere.

Quality & consistency so good you’ll take us with you everywhere you go. Check out our interactive project map to see how we are helping just a few of our existing clients.

View Map

Robbie Robinson

Senior Project Manager

OAC San Diego

“One can imagine that when managing the construction of BioMed Realty’s newest San Diego Lab building that attention to detail is high, and everyone on the team needs to be laser focused on even the smallest details. Gabe and the team at Clear Sign did just that, when they worked alongside Perkins & Will to create a gorgeous core & shell signage package that checked all the code required boxes and complimented the buildings architecture at the same time. Clear Sign is the clear choice!”

Ali Streetman

Vice President

Portman Holdings

“Bringing a luxury 700 room hotel to market, during a pandemic was not without is challenges. Fortunately, the decision to have Trisha and the team at Clear Sign spearhead the fabrication and installation for this high-rise paid dividends, and truly felt like hitting the “easy” button. Could not be happier with their responsiveness and professionalism. Looking forward to the next build with them!”

Scharrell Jackson

COO/CFO

Squar Milner

“From the very beginning Gabe and the team at Clear Signs exhibited a high level of professionalism. The process from bid to installation was flawless. Not only this, but they have completed projects on both of our high rise locations in San Diego and Irvine as well as our boutique shops in Northern California. Their craftsmanship from from Southern California to Northern is amazing! I’d recommend Clear signs for all your signage needs.”

Roger Kazemier

Field Operations Manager

Swinerton

“Being a construction manager and choosing a sign vendor from a bid list can be difficult, because having the lowest price rarely nets the desired results. Having worked with Steve and the team over at Clear Sign on a few high profile projects and seeing the benefits first-hand made me a believer. They are now one of my few preferred signage vendors.”

Steve Donlon

Director of Construction

Ariel Suites LLC

“It was only a short time after being introduced as our builders preferred vendor did I start to realize that Clear Signs capabilities were perfectly suited for my project. The fact that they were able to do the work of what has typically been 3-4 different contractors on a project this size provided an enormous advantage. From interior to exterior… a 4000sqft SS wall mural and LED building lighting Clear Sign had the experience to make my project a success”

David Danglard

President - CEO

K1 Speed

“From Florida to San Diego and everywhere in between Clear Sign has been with us every step of the way handling all of our signage needs no matter where the next race track is located. Nine years and 18 locations later, Steve remains my “sign guy” of choice.”

Stacy Lombardo

Sr. VP of Operations

Torrey Pines Bank

“My company has always ascribed to the highest standards in customer service so it’s easy for me to recognize. No matter what size the project, Gabe and the rest of the team at Clear Sign & Design have always given me the support I needed in a timely manner.”

Lenette Hewitt

VP of Marketing

Urban Partners

“Urban Housing takes tremendous pride in the quality of our work, and the service we provide to our clients. Selecting sign vendors is no different, which is why Clear Sign has earned a spot on the preferred list after a flawless execution for a key client of ours.”

Noah Rosenblatt

Sr. Creative Director

CON-AM

“Its not that I felt Clear Sign couldn’t do the work… but initially I felt more comfortable choosing a vendor that was local to the project which Clear Sign was not. Ironically, my “local” vendor ended up dropping the ball, and Clear Sign picked it up and literally scored a touchdown with their products despite the super tight timeline and custom design requirements. Steve and his team have earned their spot in my list of approved vendors.”

Steve Lane

Sr. VP/Partner

Voit Real Estate

“Recently, a very important client of mine was in need of some new signage on their high-profile, high-rise building in Irvine. This sign would be seen from the freeway, commercial planes, and surrounding retail. The responsibility for this sign was delegated to me and it was critical that this sign be seen, day and night!”

Joe Bigglione

Sr. Project Manager

CW Driver

“We were in a desperate place, 4 days before final inspection/occupancy, and our client's vendor could not deliver any of the code required signage in time. With one call – Clear Sign manufactured and installed nearly 600 code signs with time to spare. This hail mary saved the day and set the new standard for what a preferred vendor can do.”

David Schulz

Artistic Director

Star Theater

“As the proud director of one of San Diego’s oldest Theaters It was important for us to maintain our historic animated neon sign. 18 months and tens of thousands of dollars later it was clear our current vendor was in over his head – In the end… it was the talented team at Clear Sign that finally finished the job that others could not, and brought life back to our beloved sign”

Ryan Krasner

General Manager

Harold Stevens

“From day one - Clear Sign understood our philosophy on quality and design, and it showed in the professional execution of our new interior and exterior sign package, replacing the tired looking 10+ year-old original product. This alignment priorities benefitted the entire project, and increased foot traffic didn't hurt either!”

Zach Adams

Sr. Project Manager

Oliver McMilan

“It can often times be difficult to find subs that act in the best interest of the project on a consistent basis. Gabe and the team at Clear Sign were a Clear exception on our last downtown project. From roaming deadlines, shifting scope and non-ideal site conditions the team at Clear Sign made easy work of a complicated project and did their part to help us see it across the finish line.”

Joe Navarro

President - CEO

Valley View Casino

“We have had a great working relationship with Clear Sign for over 10 years and are very pleased with their dedication to creating beautiful signs for Valley View Casino & Hotel. Clear Sign has always treated us fairly and their team is not only efficient but professional. We look forward to a continued partnership and hope to work together for many years to come.”

Song Gao

Supervisor

Carlsbad Tech

“I don’t know if am more surprised at how difficult the sign criteria committee was or that William and the team at Clear Sign stuck with my project for over 16 months in order to get it approved and completed, either way I am pleased at the end result and patience observed .”

"

Robbie Robinson

Senior Project Manager

OAC San Diego

“One can imagine that when managing the construction of BioMed Realty’s newest San Diego Lab building that attention to detail is high, and everyone on the team needs to be laser focused on even the smallest details. Gabe and the team at Clear Sign did just that, when they worked alongside Perkins & Will to create a gorgeous core & shell signage package that checked all the code required boxes and complimented the buildings architecture at the same time. Clear Sign is the clear choice!”

Ali Streetman

Vice President

Portman Holdings

“Bringing a luxury 700 room hotel to market, during a pandemic was not without is challenges. Fortunately, the decision to have Trisha and the team at Clear Sign spearhead the fabrication and installation for this high-rise paid dividends, and truly felt like hitting the “easy” button. Could not be happier with their responsiveness and professionalism. Looking forward to the next build with them!”

Michelle Rubin

President

Regional Properties

“Developing a large multi-family development on a historic block, during a pandemic came with a long list of challenges and hurdles. Despite all of the ups and downs, the signage package and service provided by Gabe and the team at Clear Sign was truly the silver lining. I could not be happier with how they went to bat for us and ultimately got us the largest and nicest blade sign on the street, giving us the visibility the project deserved.”

"

Steve Donlon

Director of Construction

Ariel Suites LLC

“It was only a short time after being introduced as our builders preferred vendor did I start to realize that Clear Signs capabilities were perfectly suited for my project. The fact that they were able to do the work of what has typically been 3-4 different contractors on a project this size provided an enormous advantage. From interior to exterior… a 4000sqft SS wall mural and LED building lighting Clear Sign had the experience to make my project a success”

Stacy Lombardo

Sr. VP of Operations

Torrey Pines Bank

“My company has always ascribed to the highest standards in customer service so it’s easy for me to recognize. No matter what size the project, Gabe and the rest of the team at Clear Sign & Design have always given me the support I needed in a timely manner.”

David Danglard

President - CEO

K1 Speed

“From Florida to San Diego and everywhere in between Clear Sign has been with us every step of the way handling all of our signage needs no matter where the next race track is located. Nine years and 18 locations later, Steve remains my “sign guy” of choice.”

"

Scharrell Jackson

COO/CFO

Squar Milner

“From the very beginning Gabe and the team at Clear Signs exhibited a high level of professionalism. The process from bid to installation was flawless. Not only this, but they have completed projects on both of our high rise locations in San Diego and Irvine as well as our boutique shops in Northern California. Their craftsmanship from from Southern California to Northern is amazing! I’d recommend Clear signs for all your signage needs.”

Joe Navarro

President - CEO

Valley View Casino

“We have had a great working relationship with Clear Sign for over 10 years and are very pleased with their dedication to creating beautiful signs for Valley View Casino & Hotel. Clear Sign has always treated us fairly and their team is not only efficient but professional. We look forward to a continued partnership and hope to work together for many years to come.”

Roger Kazemier

Field Operations Manager

Swinerton

“Being a construction manager and choosing a sign vendor from a bid list can be difficult, because having the lowest price rarely nets the desired results. Having worked with Steve and the team over at Clear Sign on a few high profile projects and seeing the benefits first-hand made me a believer. They are now one of my few preferred signage vendors.”

"

Noah Rosenblatt

Sr. Creative Director

CON-AM

“Its not that I felt Clear Sign couldn’t do the work… but initially I felt more comfortable choosing a vendor that was local to the project which Clear Sign was not. Ironically, my “local” vendor ended up dropping the ball, and Clear Sign picked it up and literally scored a touchdown with their products despite the super tight timeline and custom design requirements. Steve and his team have earned their spot in my list of approved vendors.”

Steve Lane

Sr. VP/Partner

Voit Real Estate

“Recently, a very important client of mine was in need of some new signage on their high-profile, high-rise building in Irvine. This sign would be seen from the freeway, commercial planes, and surrounding retail. The responsibility for this sign was delegated to me and it was critical that this sign be seen, day and night!”

Lenette Hewitt

VP of Marketing

Urban Partners

“Urban Housing takes tremendous pride in the quality of our work, and the service we provide to our clients. Selecting sign vendors is no different, which is why Clear Sign has earned a spot on the preferred list after a flawless execution for a key client of ours.”

"

David Schulz

Artistic Director

Star Theater

“As the proud director of one of San Diego’s oldest Theaters It was important for us to maintain our historic animated neon sign. 18 months and tens of thousands of dollars later it was clear our current vendor was in over his head – In the end… it was the talented team at Clear Sign that finally finished the job that others could not, and brought life back to our beloved sign”

Ryan Krasner

General Manager

Harold Stevens

“From day one - Clear Sign understood our philosophy on quality and design, and it showed in the professional execution of our new interior and exterior sign package, replacing the tired looking 10+ year-old original product. This alignment priorities benefitted the entire project, and increased foot traffic didn't hurt either!”

Joe Bigglione

Sr. Project Manager

CW Driver

“We were in a desperate place, 4 days before final inspection/occupancy, and our client's vendor could not deliver any of the code required signage in time. With one call – Clear Sign manufactured and installed nearly 600 code signs with time to spare. This hail mary saved the day and set the new standard for what a preferred vendor can do.”

"

Zach Adams

Sr. Project Manager

Oliver McMilan

“It can often times be difficult to find subs that act in the best interest of the project on a consistent basis. Gabe and the team at Clear Sign were a Clear exception on our last downtown project. From roaming deadlines, shifting scope and non-ideal site conditions the team at Clear Sign made easy work of a complicated project and did their part to help us see it across the finish line.”

Song Gao

Supervisor

Carlsbad Tech

“I don’t know if am more surprised at how difficult the sign criteria committee was or that William and the team at Clear Sign stuck with my project for over 16 months in order to get it approved and completed, either way I am pleased at the end result and patience observed .”

"

G

N

I

R

i

H

w

O

N

Please Flip
Your Device!