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Freelance Prop Maker – Finishing Speciality

The Role:  Prop Maker – Finishing Speciality

Location: Cardiff (Workshop based)

Freelance Rate: £15 – £18 p/h – dependant on experience
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week 8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

About Us: Wild Creations is a leading provider of innovative design, manufacturing and installation solutions for props and scenery within the entertainment, marketing and theme park industries. With a passion for creativity and craftsmanship, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.  We pride ourselves on bringing our clients’ visions to life through our exceptional workmanship and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Fabricate a wide range of props and scenic elements, using a variety of materials and techniques to deliver exceptional results
  • Carry out detailed finishing work including sanding, filling, scenic painting and high-quality spray coatings
  • Apply coatings to structural frameworks, ensuring consistent coverage and adherence to specifications
  • Maintain accurate ‘as-built’ records to support project tracking and future reference
  • Support test builds and prototyping phases, contributing ideas and practical solutions
  • Get involved in installations and on-site work when required, helping bring projects to life in real-world settings
  • Manage your time effectively, working to agreed schedules and deadlines
  • Follow Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times to ensure a safe working environment
  • Bring a proactive, can-do attitude and contribute to a supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Communicate respectfully and professionally with colleagues, contractors and clients at all times

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in Prop Making with a specialty in Finishing
  • Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams.
  • Excellent attention to detail.

This is a role for someone who loves making, takes pride in the details and thrives in a creative, fast-paced environment. If that sounds like your kind of place, you’ll fit right in.

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to [email protected]

Wild Creations is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and we believe creativity thrives through different perspectives and lived experiences.