Visual Assistant

The Visual Assistant supports the creative, marketing, merchandising, and presentation needs of an organization by helping develop, organize, and maintain visual materials and displays. This position assists with creating visually appealing content, preparing presentations and promotional materials, organizing digital assets, and ensuring that visual standards are consistently maintained.

The ideal candidate is creative, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with design tools, visual content, and multiple projects at the same time.

Key Responsibilities
Assist with the development and preparation of visual materials for marketing, presentations, events, social media, websites, and promotional campaigns.
Support the creation of graphics, layouts, presentations, signage, displays, and other visual assets.
Help maintain consistent branding, colors, typography, imagery, and visual standards.
Prepare images and graphics for digital and print use.
Edit, resize, crop, organize, and format photographs and other visual content.
Assist with creating social media graphics and promotional content.
Organize and maintain digital libraries of images, graphics, templates, and design files.
Assist with presentations, mood boards, visual concepts, and creative proposals.
Help coordinate visual merchandising, displays, promotional installations, or event setups when applicable.
Support photographers, graphic designers, marketing staff, stylists, and creative teams.
Research visual trends, references, competitors, and creative ideas.
Assist with photo shoots, video projects, events, and other creative activities.
Prepare files and materials for printing, publishing, or presentation.
Review visual materials for accuracy, consistency, formatting, and quality.
Make revisions based on feedback from supervisors or creative team members.
Coordinate with vendors, printers, production teams, and other external partners when necessary.
Keep project files organized and properly labeled.
Manage multiple assignments while meeting established deadlines.
Perform administrative and other creative-support duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; degree or coursework in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, fine arts, fashion, merchandising, or a related field preferred.
Strong visual and creative sense.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Basic knowledge of graphic design and visual communication principles.
Ability to use computers and common office or creative software.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in graphic design, visual merchandising, marketing, photography, social media, or creative production.
Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, Figma, or similar tools.
Experience creating social media content.
Basic photography or photo-editing skills.
Experience preparing presentations and marketing materials.
Experience working with brand guidelines.
Experience in retail, fashion, advertising, media, events, or creative agencies.
Core Skills
Visual communication
Creativity
Graphic design
Photo editing
Digital asset management
Presentation design
Branding
Social media content
Visual merchandising
Organization
Attention to detail
Time management
Communication
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Basic design software proficiency
Performance Expectations

The successful Visual Assistant will:

Produce accurate and visually appealing materials.
Maintain consistency with company branding and visual standards.
Complete assignments accurately and on schedule.
Keep digital and physical visual materials organized.
Respond positively to feedback and make revisions as needed.
Demonstrate creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn.
Work effectively with designers, marketers, managers, vendors, and other team members.
Maintain a professional and positive attitude.
Working Conditions
Work may take place in an office, studio, retail environment, creative agency, event venue, or remote setting.
Frequent use of computers, design software, cameras, printers, and other creative equipment.
May require extended periods of computer or screen use.
May occasionally require travel to events, stores, photo shoots, client locations, or other project sites.
May require occasional evenings, weekends, or flexible hours depending on projects and events.
Physical Requirements

Depending on the position, the employee may be required to:

Sit or stand for extended periods.
Use a computer, keyboard, mouse, camera, printer, and other equipment.
Move or arrange displays, signage, props, or visual materials.
Occasionally lift and carry supplies, equipment, boxes, or display materials.
Work in different environments during events, installations, or photo shoots.
Compensation and Benefits

Compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, location, and company pay structure. Benefits may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) or retirement plan
Employee discounts
Performance bonuses, where applicable
Professional development and training
Remote or hybrid work options, where applicable
Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.