Print Specialist

Reporting Location:  Chicago - 345 North Morgan
Workplace Type:  Hybrid

ABOUT US

tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands. With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions – from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.

 

Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients, including McDonald’s, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, and adidas.

Most importantly, we're a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.

 

WHAT MATTERS THE MOST

Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.

 

tms is a place where brilliant people are better together. If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity, bring us your voice! Visit us at tmsw.com.

 

WHY WE THINK YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE

The Studio 3D Print Specialist is primary focus area is to support Global 3D prototypes and the North American Studio print lab. You are a kid at heart who still loves to play with toys…a tinkerer who is trying to design a better mouse trap with new and improved materials! In this role, you will be helping with day-to-day activities which include: 3D prototyping and producing models for various projects, printing and binding presentation materials, creating boards for internal/external meetings, creating event signage, creating prototypes/mock-ups for TV/Motion/Photoshoots, proofing, etc.

The ideal candidate should already have a strong understanding of 3D printing, modelmaking, and digital print equipment. The candidate should also have a basic understanding of color management principles and best practices. As one of the “Faces” of the Studio, client service mindset is a MUST. And because the equipment is on-site at our office in Fulton Market, expectations would be that this role is 100% on-site.

 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ORGANIZATION

  • Client service mindset and fantastic interpersonal skills with internal/external Teams and Partners
  • Run all aspects of day-to-day 3D prototyping jobs to meet and exceed internal/external customer expectations
  • Collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team to maintain strong customer relationships and exceed customer expectations
  • Daily maintenance & operation of in-house 3D print equipment
  • Preparing model prototypes for internal and external review
  • Creating color-accurate Hero prototypes/mock-ups for internal/external meetings and presentations
  • Color optimizations and proofing hi-res final artwork through RIP 
  • Participate in continuous improvement efforts and initiate implementation of enhancements to materials, processes, and programs
  • Order, track, and process in-house digital print consumables and supplies
  • Layout and creation of graphics for internal and external projects
  • Properly organizing files and following Studio standards for: file structure, naming conventions, layers, color, etc.
  • Participates in all applicable Studio status and/or cross-functional Team meetings

 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE

  • 1 – 3 year’s experience in fast-paced 3D prototyping environment
  • Proficient with Microsoft apps (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite softwares (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and 3D CAD softwares
  • Understanding of 3D print systems (FDM, SLA, SLS, etc) and wide format and digital print devices
  • Understanding of finishing techniques: prototyping/mock-ups, etc.
  • Understanding of RIPs and proofing systems (ORIS ColorTuner & Fiery preferred)
  • Understanding of Color Management Basics & Principles
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, client service mindset
  • Collaborative by nature and strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task multiple projects, prioritize appropriately and problem solve
  • Highly organized and meticulous attention to detail

 

 

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