[Seasonal] Graphic Design Coordinator

[Seasonal] Graphic Design Coordinator role with hands-on production support for high-volume creative tied to National Western initiatives in Denver.

Responsibilities

• Translate approved campaign concepts and key art into finished print and digital assets for National Western, The Legacy, and the 2027 National Western Stock Show
• Extend established layouts, typography, and imagery to new formats while maintaining the original creative direction
• Adapt key art into print ads, posters, flyers, social graphics, digital ads, email headers, and web banners
• Complete revisions quickly and accurately based on feedback from the Sr. Manager – Creative Services
• Resize and version creative across multiple sizes, platforms, and placements while preserving quality and brand consistency
• Prepare print-ready files for vendor specs, including bleeds, color profiles, resolution, and required file formats
• Export digital assets to platform specs for paid media, social, email, and web
• Perform basic photo retouching, color correction, and image cleanup; support simple motion graphics as needed
• Apply National Western brand standards and templates consistently across all deliverables
• Proof work for typos, alignment, spacing, image quality, and accuracy of dates, times, and names prior to handoff
• Organize, name, and archive working files and final assets according to team standards
• Create promotional, informational, sponsor, and guest-facing graphics leading up to and during the 2027 Stock Show
• Design directional signage, schedules, programs, and other on-site materials, including quick-turn requests during the show
• Deliver approved creative to Marketing, Events, Partnerships, and other departments on schedule
• Manage multiple assigned projects, deadlines, and revision cycles using the team’s project management system
• Track production progress and flag production challenges early to the Sr. Manager – Creative Services
• Support additional creative projects as assigned and look for ways to improve production speed and consistency

Requirements

• 1–3 years of graphic design experience, including internships or freelance work
• Working proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop (Adobe Express, Canva, or Figma familiarity is a plus)
• Portfolio showing clean layout, strong typography, attention to detail, and consistent execution across formats
• Experience producing assets for print, digital, and social media in professional, freelance, or academic settings
• Working knowledge of print production basics: CMYK vs. RGB, resolution, bleeds, and preparing files for press
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Willingness to receive feedback and apply revisions quickly and accurately
• Ability to follow established creative direction and brand standards in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
• Interest in Western lifestyle, sports, entertainment, events, or agriculture is a plus

Technologies

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Express
• Canva
• Figma

Reports to

• Sr. Manager - Creative Services

Schedule, Location, and Seasonal Details

• Location: Denver, CO (onsite only; not remote or hybrid)
• On-site schedule: 5 days a week
• Seasonal position: temporary role starting as soon as possible with an anticipated end date of 01/25/2027
• Employment may end earlier or be extended based on operational needs

Compensation

• Salary: USD 25 - 25 per hour

Benefits

• Paid sick time offered at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked

Job Posting Dates

• Posting close date: 11/9/2026 (open until filled)

Physical Demands

• National Western Complex is a multi-purpose indoor and outdoor commercial and agricultural complex where dusty conditions and animals may exist
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Compliance and Policy Statements

• WSSA/NWSS is a drug & alcohol-free employer with a zero-tolerance drug policy, including marijuana
• WSSA/NWSS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity
• Offers are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check