Technical Creative Specialist

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

At MKS, the Technical Creative Specialist – Photonics plays a critical role in bringing complex technologies to life through compelling visual storytelling. In this role, you will partner closely with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, and Corporate Marketing to create visually engaging, technically accurate content that showcases our photonics solutions and supports customer engagement across the buyer journey. You will translate sophisticated technical concepts into high-quality 2D and 3D visuals, animations, and multimedia experiences that clearly communicate product performance, differentiation, and real-world applications. This onsite role is based at our India facility and reports to the Senior Manager, Technical Content Marketing based at our US facility within the Strategic Marketing organization.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Create visually engaging technical and marketing multimedia assets including 2D/3D animations, videos, motion graphics, technical illustrations, infographics, and digital campaign content.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, scientists, product managers, and marketing teams to develop visual narratives that support product positioning and storytelling.
• Support product launches, integrated marketing campaigns, customer acquisition initiatives, and digital programs with high-quality multimedia and creative content across multiple channels.
• Develop and maintain visual standards, templates, and design systems that align with brand guidelines while ensuring technical accuracy and consistency.
• Manage creative assets, workflows, and version control processes to ensure accessibility, consistency, and efficient cross-functional collaboration.
• Use analytics, stakeholder feedback, and performance metrics to continuously improve creative effectiveness, and audience engagement.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Animation, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or multimedia content creation, ideally in a high-tech or B2B environment.
• Expert proficiency with creative and multimedia tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Blender, Cinema 4D, or similar platforms.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating technical animations, motion graphics, product and application videos, and digital marketing assets.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts through compelling visual storytelling and multimedia content.
• Excellent visual design skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced degree or specialized training in Multimedia Design, Animation, Visual Communications, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Understanding of branding, UX/UI principles, digital marketing, and content engagement best practices.
• Experience supporting global product launches, trade shows, or integrated marketing campaigns.
• Familiarity with web content development, and social/digital media platforms.
• Strong organizational, creative direction, and project management skills within a matrixed organization.