Freelance: Model Maker

Not looking for a full-time gig but still want to work with us?

Kaleidoscope is always looking for talented freelancers on an as-needed and per project basis. If you are skilled in any of the following area(s), please send along your cover letter, resume, few work samples and/or your portfolio. Please do not apply if you are not able to work on-site in our office in Chicago.

Model Maker

We are looking individuals with experience in one or more of these areas of Product Development, Industrial Design, Packaging and Exhibit Displays. Must love to make models and work in a shop environment and have some basic wood shop/model shop experience. We will train the right people. Must be detail oriented, organized, demonstrate excellent craftsmanship. Must communicate and work well with co-workers, project managers, designers and clients alike.

Model Making: Fabricating conventional models from sketches and cad drawings using wide variety of stock material; Wood working, sculpting, thermo-forming and machining

CAD Drafting: Creating 3D CAD models from sketches for Industrial Design support and prototyping

3D Printing: Preparing files for 3D printing; High fidelity-Objet MJM, SLA, SLS and Low-fidelity desktop filament printers

CNC Machining and CAM Programming: CAM programing and CNC operation, making model parts in plastics, wood and soft metals

Detail model finishers: Preparing parts for painting and assembly

Mold and Casting: Experience creating RTV molds and Urethane part casting.

All freelancers must be able to work on-site and available during normal hours of business typically from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Some extended hours and/or weekend work may be necessary in order to meet client expectations. This is a contract freelance opportunity; no overtime or benefits.

Please include your resume, cover letter, and examples of your work.