Freelance Fabrication Technical Designer/Drafting

Freelance Technical Designer / DrafterFreelance / RemoteProject-Based | Experiential Fabrication / ConstructionPosition OverviewWe are seeking a Freelance Technical Designer / Drafter to support our fabrication and construction projects on a project-by-project basis. This role is for someone who understands how things are actually built — not just drawn — and can translate design intent into accurate technical documentation for fabrication, client review, and shop execution.This is a remote freelance position, but responsiveness, communication, and reliability are critical. The ideal candidate has strong experience in technical drafting for fabrication, construction, themed environments, retail builds, experiential projects, or custom structural elements.Required Software ProficiencyCandidate must be highly proficient in at least one of the following:AutoCADRhinoSolidWorksAdditional experience in SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, or BIM-based workflows is a plus.Core ResponsibilitiesProduce clear technical drawing packages for fabrication and constructionTranslate concept drawings, renderings, and design intent into buildable shop drawingsCreate plans, elevations, sections, details, and material calloutsDevelop drawing sets that can be used by fabrication teams, vendors, and installersSolve technical challenges through practical detailing and construction logicCoordinate with project management, fabrication leadership, and field teams as neededRevise drawings quickly based on internal review, engineering comments, or field conditionsAssist in developing efficient build methods and identifying fabrication risks earlyPrepare files for CNC, production, or vendor coordination when requiredMaintain drawing accuracy, organization, and version controlRequired ExperienceStrong technical design experience in fabrication, custom construction, scenic, experiential, themed entertainment, retail, millwork, or architectural build environmentsMust understand materials, assembly methods, tolerances, and installation realitiesAbility to detail for wood, metal, plastics, scenic finishes, and mixed-material buildsExperience producing drawings that are actually used in fabrication shopsComfortable working from incomplete information and helping solve details proactivelyIdeal CandidateThinks like a builder, not just a drafterFast, accurate, and practicalStrong communicatorAble to work independently and hit deadlinesUnderstands fabrication schedules and production pressureCan ask smart questions early rather than create downstream problemsEngagement StructureFreelance / Independent ContractorRemoteProject-based workload depending on active production scheduleHourly or per-project compensation depending on scope and experienceImportant NoteThis role supports active fabrication work. Candidates should have real-world experience detailing projects that move into production, not strictly conceptual or architectural drafting alone.