JOB: Freelance Jeweller, one day a week
We are looking for a freelancer to work one day a week at our studio in the pretty village of Thornhill where they will be working with us to create our jewellery pieces. The job will predominantly be at the bench but some administrative tasks will be required.
The hours will be flexible dependant on what suits us all but will centre around 1 day a week on a Monday 9am-4pm, Thursday 9.30am-3pm or Friday 9.30am-3pm.
Competitive hourly rate offered.
Tasks will include:
Finishing castings
Adapting designs
Assisting with making masters
Packaging orders and post office runs
Assisting me in keeping the studio clean and tidy
Ordering materials
Skills required:
A good eye for detail and high standards of finish
Experience in fine metalwork including soldering
Friendly manner
Own means of transport
Would suit someone with their own jewellery practise or in part time employment.
Thornhill is in Dumfriesshire and is just over an hours drive south of Glasgow and about an hour and a half from Edinburgh. Public transport is patchy so your own means of transport is essential. If you are traveling from out with the region I can provide a small contribution to your daily travel costs.
If you are interested please send your CV and covering letter outlining what you will bring to the role to alison@alisonmacleod.com by 16th April. We’re excited to hear from you.