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Visual Display Associate Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary The Sales Associate is at the heart of delivering outstanding customer experience ... Maintain the store's visual merchandising standards by keeping product displays organized and ...

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Part-Time Sales Associate

Gresham, OR · On-site

$16.30 - $17/hr

Job Summary The Sales Associate is at the heart of delivering outstanding customer experience ... Maintain the store's visual merchandising standards by keeping product displays organized and ...

Part-Time Sales Associate

Gresham, OR · On-site

$16.30 - $17/hr

Job Summary The Sales Associate is at the heart of delivering outstanding customer experience ... Maintain the store's visual merchandising standards by keeping product displays organized and ...

Job Summary The Sales Associate is at the heart of delivering outstanding customer experience ... Maintain the store's visual merchandising standards by keeping product displays organized and ...

Job Summary The Sales Associate is at the heart of delivering outstanding customer experience ... Maintain the store's visual merchandising standards by keeping product displays organized and ...

... visual displays align with company guidelines. * Champion business growth through strategic ... Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Hospitality or ...

Stock

Portland, OR · On-site

$19.50/hr

As the Stock Associate , you will assist with the receiving and transferring of merchandise ... Change displays regularly and ensure product is displayed relating to visual merchandising.

Store Manager

Happy Valley, OR · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

... visual displays align with company guidelines. * Champion business growth through strategic ... Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Hospitality or ...

... visual displays align with company guidelines. * Champion business growth through strategic ... Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Hospitality or ...

Store Manager

Gresham, OR · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

... visual displays align with company guidelines. * Champion business growth through strategic ... Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Hospitality or ...

Store Manager

Happy Valley, OR · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

... visual displays align with company guidelines. * Champion business growth through strategic ... Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Hospitality or ...

Stockroom/Back of House Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

Ensure shelves and displays are stocked, organized, and visually appealing. * Keep the store clean ... visual and auditory abilities to complete essential tasks, and sufficient ability to communicate ...

Support Associate

Portland, OR

$18 - $23.25/hr

Ensure shelves and displays are stocked, organized, and visually appealing. * Keep the store clean ... visual and auditory abilities to complete essential tasks, and sufficient ability to communicate ...

Support Associate

Portland, OR · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Ensure shelves and displays are stocked, organized, and visually appealing. * Keep the store clean ... visual and auditory abilities to complete essential tasks, and sufficient ability to communicate ...

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How much do visual display associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for visual display associate in Portland, OR is $20.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.38 and $19.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Visual Display Associate typically collaborate with other store teams to execute merchandising strategies?

Visual Display Associates work closely with store managers, merchandisers, and sales staff to create engaging product presentations that align with brand guidelines and marketing campaigns. They often coordinate with inventory teams to ensure featured products are readily available and communicate with marketing to synchronize displays with promotions. This collaborative approach helps ensure displays are both visually appealing and effective in driving sales, while also enabling associates to gain a broader understanding of store operations and build cross-functional relationships.

What does a Visual Display Associate do?

A Visual Display Associate is responsible for creating and maintaining attractive visual displays in retail stores to enhance the customer experience and promote products. They arrange merchandise, set up window displays, and ensure that the store is visually appealing and aligned with brand guidelines. Their work helps to drive sales by making products more noticeable and enticing to shoppers. Visual Display Associates often collaborate with store management and marketing teams to execute seasonal or promotional setups.

What is the difference between Visual Display Associate vs Visual Merchandiser?

AspectVisual Display AssociateVisual Merchandiser
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer retail or design experienceHigh school diploma; often requires experience in retail or design, sometimes a degree in visual merchandising or related field
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, department stores, or brand showroomsRetail stores, visual merchandising firms, or brand headquarters
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssist in setting up displays, maintain visual standards, support the visual teamDesign and implement visual displays, plan layouts, analyze sales data to optimize displays

While both roles focus on visual presentation in retail settings, a Visual Display Associate primarily supports display setup and maintenance, whereas a Visual Merchandiser takes a lead role in designing and planning visual layouts to enhance sales and brand image.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Visual Display Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visual Display Associate, you need a strong sense of design, creativity, and attention to detail, often supported by experience in retail or visual merchandising. Familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and inventory management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills help you collaborate with store staff and execute display changes efficiently. These skills are crucial for creating visually appealing displays that attract customers and drive sales in a competitive retail environment.
Infographic showing various Visual Display Associate job openings in Portland, OR as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Full Time, 63% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,569 per year, or $20.5 per hour.
Retail Store Sales Associate

Retail Store Sales Associate

Blick Art Materials

Beaverton, OR • On-site

$16.35 - $16.60/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Blick Art Materials rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 713 rated retailers


Job description

Your Role...

By exhibiting exceptional teamwork, boundless curiosity, and the utmost care, the Retail Store Sales Associate will assist their team to fulfil Blick's commitment to our customers, the Arts, and our local communities. The Retail Store Sales Associate will do this by maintaining outstanding customer service, generating revenue though helpful product knowledge, housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, POS operations, and loss prevention in adherence to all company policies and procedures. Responsibilities include,

  • Consistently delivers superior customer service by combining sales, product knowledge, and other skills training to meet or exceed customer expectations.
  • Completes and utilizes the following programs: Blick Onboarding Training, Blick Sales Training, Preferred Customer Program, Special Orders, and Custom Services
  • Training from NDS.
  • Provide customer service at the Custom Services desk including making appointments for customers, consulting with customers on their Custom Services project, taking Custom Services orders, and delivering completed Custom Services orders in store.
  • Displays an energetic and positive attitude with all customer interactions.
  • Assist in the coordination of merchandise set-ups, has knowledge of visual standards and techniques, and has the ability to implement and maintain the store as set forth by store management.
  • Follows directions and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines assigned with minimal supervision.
  • Understands and acts on the procedures required for reporting low stock levels, inventory discrepancies, and customer product requests to management as needed.

General Requirements:

  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Excellent Communication Skills.
  • Working knowledge of a variety of traditional fine art mediums preferred, including but not limited to: paints, markers, pencils, print making materials, clay, papers etc.

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Availability to work flexible schedules including day/evening shifts, weekends and holidays as required by the needs of the business.
  • Regular attendance in accordance with the retail attendance policy.
  • Associates in this role are scheduled an average of 15 - 25 hours per week based on availability and the needs of the business

Competencies:

  • Elevates Service Standards
  • Leadership
  • Champions Core Values
  • People
  • Operations

Supervisory Responsibility:

  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds while using the appropriate lifting techniques and following all safety rules.
  • Prolonged walking, standing, and climbing ladders.

Travel:

  • Minimal travel in the local area may be required.

Qualifications:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent.

Other Duties:This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay Rate:

The pay range below is provided in compliance with state/city specific laws. This pay range applies to this location. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

  • $16.35 - $16.60 per hour + Sales Incentives

Benefits Include:

  • 401K & Profit Sharing Plan
  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discount
Who we are...

Founded in 1911, Blick Art Materials is in its third generation of family ownership, and is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States.

Our Mission...

At Blick Art Materials, our family owners and dedicated staff support the Visual Art Community by providing the widest selection of art supplies at the lowest prices. With extraordinary service and integrity, we strive to provide artists, educators, students, and our employees with the tools, assistance, and training they need to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential.

Employment Type: PART_TIME

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