I occasionally browse the job listing. I saw this listing by Kaleidoscope for a freelance model maker position I thought was unusual.
They write “Not looking for a full-time gig but still want to work with us?” but then go on to say that “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.”
So this position is $15 hr which seemed really low to me so I looked it up and it’s substantially lower than average according to information on the Chicago area. The posting mentions it’s per project basis but implies full time hours, plus extended hours with no overtime pay and no benefits. Is on-site contract labor a normal practice, do most design consultancies operate like this?
Here is the listing:
Freelance: Model Maker
Kaleidoscope
$15 an hour - Full-time, ContractApply Now
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
Detail model finishers: Preparing parts for painting and assembly
Mock-up hand assembly including packaging and sales samples
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 meta
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.