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Kaleidoscope® · 2 months ago

Apprentice Direct Imaging Artist

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$18/hr - $22/hr

Kaleidoscope® is seeking an Apprentice Direct Imaging Artist to build foundational skills in direct imaging. This entry-level role involves supporting production tasks under supervision while learning core techniques and following established procedures.

Graphic Design

Responsibilities

Assist on production work by preparing substrates, film, and workstation setups for straightforward direct imaging jobs; execute steps exactly as instructed and per SOPs

Shadow and learn from Direct Imaging Artists to understand materials, registration, curing, and finishing techniques (e.g., transfers, spot finishes, flood coats)

Run basic, well‑scoped print steps under supervision (e.g., first‑pass prints, simple color passes); escalate issues immediately to the mentor/manager

Document work accurately (job tickets, versioning, measurements) and maintain a clean, organized station in line with department standards

Apply learned technical skills on assigned tasks as directed by the Manager, senior team members, or the Director of Prototyping Operations

Follow all established SOPs and safety/quality guidelines; proactively ask clarifying questions to ensure accuracy

Support department deadlines, including periodic overtime/evening or weekend work when required by rapid prototyping timelines

Qualification

Print production knowledgeAttention to detailBasic AI literacyPositive attitudeClear communicationWork under pressure

Required

Positive attitude; embraces studio culture; works well across the Prototyping group and with internal partners/clients

Clear, proactive communicator; asks questions and provides status updates to mentors and the Manager

Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment; deadline‑positive; willing to support overtime/evening/weekend work as needed

Basic familiarity with print/production or strong motivation to learn quickly; aims to build toward consistent quality in transfers, spot finishes, and flood coats under supervision (independent mastery not required at entry)

Ability to stand and work for long periods of time, and have enough stamina to walk over 5,000 steps during an average shift

An eye for detail, and a commitment to the highest quality output is essential to success in the Direct Imaging department