Graphics Associate

Showdown Displays manufactures and supplies event, display and promotional products to the Advertising Specialty and the Promotional Products industry. We also have received recognition for exceptional growth, innovative products, company culture and legendary customer service. We invite you to view some of our products at: www.showdowndisplays.com.

We actively live out our core values: Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.  For prospective team members who possess these values, are passionate about what they do and want to truly make a difference, joining our company can be a life-changing opportunity.

The Graphics Associate we are hiring will enjoy working in a fast paced environment  as they assess artwork, create proofs for customer review, and prepare print files to production specifications. Along with strong computer skills (Adobe Suite, MS Office) you will also enjoy building customer relationships, possess a strong attention to detail and thrive on contributing to the company’s success.

Work hours for this position are 9:30 am - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday 

What you will be responsible for:

• Ability to learn and understand processes in order management system, ensuring information is accurate and standardized for the graphics order


• Responsible for maintaining a high level of productivity and quality in the assessment and execution of proof and print file creation


• Thorough understanding of early Graphics training levels: Direct to Film, Digital, and Dye Sublimation prints


• Modify existing files to fit company templates in Adobe Illustrator, verifying the art is set up to Showdown Displays guidelines


• Utilize basic color correction and manipulation to ensure proof is to the highest quality


• Revise existing art files (client edits, resizes, type setting, image replacements)


• Communicate with customers and internal departments via phone and email to update on status and resolve art discrepancies


• Manage personal order queue; meeting or exceeding quality and productivity metrics


• Required to have a competent knowledge of graphics, and a complete understanding of the company’s products within the trained value streams; including their features, benefits and specifications


• Act as the point of contact for inter-company & customer calls/questions/issues related to the Graphics value stream


• Meets attendance expectations as outlined in the employee handbook


• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

What will you bring to the table (Skills/Experience Required):

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent


• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphics preferred


• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator


• Proven working knowledge of Photoshop, In Design, Excel and Word


• Preferred knowledge of Acumatica and MS Outlook


• Proven strong verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to work independently


• Strong time management skills


• Ability to multi-task


• Strong ability to prioritize work

What will you enjoy from working with us?

• Recognition for your hard work and achievements!


• Opportunity for new challenges! We are growing!


• Competitive pay and benefits including 401k!


• Paid training.


• Fun work environment built on six Core Values ~ Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. This is not just a poster on the wall!


• Great employee referral program! Refer someone and earn cash! How legendary is that?


• Strong leadership team!


• An organization that gives back – we strongly support Common Hope.


• An organization that you will be proud to work for!

Physical and Mental Demands, and Work Environment: The physical and mental demand, and work environmental requirements described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, office printer or copier, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Clear communication skills for phone calls, meetings and written correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in-person, over the phone, and via digital platforms. Must have normal color vision, the ability to discern tone differences and make file adjustments or communicate to customers. Listening to instructions and customers, ability to read and interpret information on screens. May require repetitive motions such as typing, using a mouse, or dialing a phone. Specific vision abilities include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Exposure to standard office equipment noise such as printers, phones, and conversations.  

If you can demonstrate your extraordinary successes in the areas above, then we would love to hear from you!  Please gather your resume, along with a summary of your successes referencing the questions above and apply at www.showdowndisplays.com.

Offers are contingent upon passing all background checks, criminal checks and professional reference checks.

Showdown Displays is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The pay rate for this role is $17.00 per hour. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to hourly pay the total compensation package also includes participation in a profit-sharing program. Showdown Displays offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, travel assistant program and employer/partner discounts. (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)