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Freelance Artisan: Foam, Metal & Wood Sculpting

Harlequin Design New York Inc, South Farmingdale, NY, USA

Pay: 60.000 - 80.000

Job type: Freelance


Harlequin Designs is a cutting‑edge fabrication company that combines art with engineering to create custom, one‑of‑a‑kind pieces. We are currently seeking talented freelance artists to bring their hands‑on artistic skills into our creative process.

What We’re Looking For:
Foam Carver / Styrofoam Artist
(Props, sculptures, and large‑scale elements)

Skills Needed: Carving, shaping, and detailing foam (polystyrene, high‑density foam) using tools like hot wire cutters, knives, and rasps.

Metal Fabricator / Welder Artist
(Metal sculptures, gates, furniture, etc.)

Skills Needed: Welding, cutting, and shaping metals like steel, aluminum, or copper. Understanding of fabrication tools like MIG/TIG welders, plasma cutters, and metal benders.

Wood Carver / Sculptor
(Detailed woodwork, sculptures, and furniture)

Skills Needed: Woodworking, carving, and sculpting using hand tools, chisels, and power tools like routers and sanders.

Mold Maker / Resin Artist
(Casting, molding, and resin creations)

Skills Needed: Proficiency in creating molds from silicone, plaster, or other materials and casting in resin or other materials.

Leatherworker / Upholsterer
(Custom leather and textile work)

Skills Needed: Leatherworking skills, stitching, dyeing, and finishing leather. Upholstery techniques for adding fabrics or leathers to furniture or custom pieces.

Stone Carver
Skills Needed: Ability to carve and shape stone using chisels, hammers, pneumatic tools, and grinders.

Fabricator / 3D Textile Artist
Skills Needed: Sewing, fabric manipulation, and use of textile materials. Some might specialize in 3D textile forms or plush sculptures.

Ceramic Artist / Potter
Skills Needed: Working with clay, pottery wheels, hand building, glazing, firing, and molding.

Set Designer / Scenic Artist
Skills Needed: Construction, painting, and designing sets or props for film, theater, or exhibition spaces.

Skills & Experience Required:

Proven experience in your specific field of artistry

Ability to work from both conceptual sketches and technical drawings

Strong attention to detail and a passion for craftsmanship

Comfortable working on collaborative projects with other artisans and designers

How to Apply:
Send a portfolio showcasing your previous work, along with a brief introduction with your resume.

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