Hi, I'm Tarmo Saluste, a multitalented professional based in Tallinn, Estonia. Over the years, I have developed a broad skill set spanning product design, project management, 3D design, and marketing consultation. I thrive on creating innovative solutions, whether designing prototypes, managing complex projects, or consulting clients on product design and business strategies. My passion lies in bridging technology with creativity to deliver impactful results. Throughout my career, I've launched pioneering projects like a print management web application for schools and helped start successful ventures such as Shaperize, Estonia’s first 3D printing showroom. I enjoy mentoring, sharing knowledge through workshops, and actively contributing to community initiatives, always driven to foster growth, innovation, and collaboration in all my endeavors.

Tarmo Saluste

Hi, I'm Tarmo Saluste, a multitalented professional based in Tallinn, Estonia. Over the years, I have developed a broad skill set spanning product design, project management, 3D design, and marketing consultation. I thrive on creating innovative solutions, whether designing prototypes, managing complex projects, or consulting clients on product design and business strategies. My passion lies in bridging technology with creativity to deliver impactful results. Throughout my career, I've launched pioneering projects like a print management web application for schools and helped start successful ventures such as Shaperize, Estonia’s first 3D printing showroom. I enjoy mentoring, sharing knowledge through workshops, and actively contributing to community initiatives, always driven to foster growth, innovation, and collaboration in all my endeavors.

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Hi, I’m Tarmo Saluste, a multitalented professional based in Tallinn, Estonia. Over the years, I have developed a broad skill set spanning product design, project management, 3D design, and marketing consultation. I thrive on creating innovative solutions, whether designing prototypes, managing complex projects, or consulting clients on product design and business strategies. My passion lies in bridging technology with creativity to deliver impactful results.

Throughout my career, I’ve launched pioneering projects like a print management web application for schools and helped start successful ventures such as Shaperize, Estonia’s first 3D printing showroom. I enjoy mentoring, sharing knowledge through workshops, and actively contributing to community initiatives, always driven to foster growth, innovation, and collaboration in all my endeavors.

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Language

Estonian
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English
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Work Experience

Product Design Consultant at Creative Hands OÜ
January 1, 2022 - Present
Provided clients with consultation on product design and developed working prototypes, notably designing, developing, and producing a self-service kiosk for a library which was the final product.
Project Manager / Analyst at Lumav Commerce OÜ
December 31, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Managed teams running DevOps for Adobe Commerce (previously Magento) stores. Responsibilities included client communication, organizing and planning new development, and monitoring live store operations.
Project Manager / Analyst at Overall Eesti AS
December 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Developed a unique Business Intelligence system for data analysis by connecting various APIs to detect anomalies in business operations. Used system design, data analysis, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and SQL for BI interface and graphs. Helped organize personal events and created teaching courses.
CEO / Co-founder at Shaperize OÜ
December 31, 2016 - August 21, 2025
Opened Estonia's first 3D printing studio offering services such as 3D printing, scanning, modeling, and printer retail and repair. Coordinated a 3D printed fashion accessories campaign, participated in media interviews, represented the company at fairs, conducted workshops, and spoke at conferences. The studio operates today as 3D Koda.
Freelancer – Marketing / Graphic Design / Website Development
December 31, 2013 - August 21, 2025
Provided marketing consultation and created marketing materials such as posters, flyers, and banners. Assisted many web businesses and e-shops to start, contributing to the development of successful brands.
Activist / Graphic Designer at Tallinn University Student Union
January 1, 2012 - August 21, 2025
Designed marketing slogans, print graphics, layouts for student newspaper; active in student organizations including chairman roles and as tutor.
Activist, IT specialty at MTÜ Õpilasest Ettevõtjaks
December 31, 2011 - August 21, 2025
Helped organize the 'Noor Ettevõtja 2008' event series including four conferences and a seminar. Responsibilities included organizing, graphic design, website maintenance, creating TV advertisements, and video projection content during conferences.
Maintenance Engineer at Hansab AS
December 31, 2008 - August 21, 2025
Performed maintenance and repairs on old devices and installed software on new client service devices such as ATMs and POS systems.
IT Manager Assistant at Smarten Logistics AS
December 31, 2006 - August 21, 2025
Assisted in a large summer move project, provided support to personnel for setup and troubleshooting of their devices and computers.

Education

BA Public Relations at Baltic Film and Media School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Secondary special education in thermal and industrial automation at Tallinn Polytechnic
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Art primary education at Viimsi Artschool
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2005
Basic education at Viimsi Keskkool
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

B-category driving licence
January 1, 2008 - August 21, 2025
Level I professional qualification of automatist, Estonian Electrical Works Entrepreneurs' Association
January 1, 2008 - August 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail