Graphic design assistant Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

The Graphic Production Specialist is responsible for producing, finishing, and preparing signage and graphics for trade shows, corporate events, and internal needs across Heritage's branches. This position involves large / grand-format printing, laminating, mounting, trimming, and packing graphics for shipping while maintaining high-quality standards and efficiency.

Additionally, the Graphic Production Specialist serves as the Graphics Lead on show site as needed-overseeing onsite graphics installation, collaborating with foremen and account teams, and troubleshooting issues in real time to ensure brand consistency and project success.

Reports to : National Graphic Production Manager

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain large-format roll-to-roll and flatbed printers (e.g., HP, Roland, Vutek), RIP software, and finishing equipment.
• Trim, laminate, mount, and package graphic materials for shipping while maintaining accuracy and production quality.
• Prepare digitally printed rolls and apply graphics to panels and substrates.
• Provide quality control at key stages of the production process, ensuring final output meets project specifications.
• Follow graphic proofs and schematics for fabrication, layout, and application.
• Execute file prep and review pre-flight details prior to production.
• Maintain accurate documentation and manifest panels and packages for shipping.
• Communicate with internal teams (Pre-Press, Project Management, Fabrication) to ensure alignment on print requirements and timelines.
• Manage material tracking, report shortages, and communicate reorders to Purchasing.
• Stay current on emerging tools and best practices; support continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Responsibilities

This position is full-time and in-person, requiring on-site support at trade show events, including overnight travel and weekend / extended work hours based on event schedules.

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, typing, grasping, and repetitive hand motion. Occasional bending, reaching, twisting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and lifting of up to 50 lbs.

Heritage Exposition Services is a DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE and requires pre-employment drug and background screenings.

Requirements

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Preferred :

Benefits

Heritage Exposition Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.