Deadwood Fabrication - Freelance Draftsperson/Graphics Specialist

Graphic Designer is needed in Remote, United States.

Client: Deadwood Fabrication

Location: Remote

Contract: Contract

Job Description

Deadwood Fabrication is seeking a highly organized and technically skilled Draftsperson/Graphics Specialist to support our scenic fabrication, retail, experiential, and custom build projects on a freelance, as-needed basis. This is a remote, W-2 position focused on leveraging Rhino3D and Adobe Creative Suite to turn approved concepts into accurate, build-ready documentation and CNC-ready production files for the shop floor. You will work closely with Project Managers, Fabricators, and CNC operators to ensure projects move efficiently from design through fabrication.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of drafting experience within fabrication, scenic construction, millwork, or custom production environments
• Strong Rhino3D proficiency (required)
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite proficiency, specifically Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (required)
• Understanding of fabrication methods, CNC workflows, and practical construction processes
• Experience preparing CNC files and production documentation for fabrication shops
• Familiarity with Laguna CNC routers and VCarve Pro
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, construction details, and production requirements
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments

Bonus Skills

Experience with any of the following is a plus:

• VRay for Rhino
• Lightburn
• SketchUp
• VCarvePro
• Fusion360
• Blender
• AutoCAD
• CNC nesting optimization and production workflow development
• Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Ideal Candidate

• Able to maintain East Coast hours and work flexible on-call schedules
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced fabrication environment
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Self-sufficient and proactive
• Solutions-focused with strong problem-solving skills
• Able to balance speed, accuracy, and production realities
• Passionate about building and making physical work happen efficiently

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Create, organize, and maintain Rhino3D files and associated project documentation based on client-provided design direction
• Create graphic proofs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to ensure client files adhere to Deadwood Fabrication guidelines
• Produce clear client-facing drawings that reflect approved finishes, materials, and dimensions
• Produce clear shop drawings that reflect real-world fabrication methods and assembly processes
• Submit drawing packages for Project Manager review and efficiently incorporate revisions and markups
• Identify material conflicts, structural concerns, or fabrication issues before production begins
• Coordinate closely with CNC operators to ensure clean, efficient part output and delivery
• Support fabrication team with updated drawings and troubleshooting throughout the build process
• Continuously improve drafting workflows, file organization, and production efficiency
• Maintain East Coast hours

CNC & Production File Responsibilities

• Create CNC-ready cut files for Laguna CNC routers
• Prepare nested sheet layouts optimized for material yield and production efficiency
• Generate clean toolpaths, cut depths, tabs, pocketing operations, and engraving paths as required
• Verify file accuracy, dimensions, material orientation, and machine compatibility prior to production
• Coordinate directly with CNC operators to troubleshoot machining issues and improve workflow efficiency
• Maintain organized file structures for machine-ready production output and revision tracking
• Understand tolerances, tooling limitations, kerf considerations, and fabrication sequencing for CNC production

Additional Information

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Deadwood Fabrication is a custom fabrication company specializing in experiential, scenic, retail, and residential environments. As a full-service, vertically integrated fabricator, we provide manufacturing capabilities in wood, plastic, metal, vinyl, fabric, and integrated lighting. Our service area spans multiple geographies with a focus in Connecticut and the New York City metropolitan area.