Master Craftsman

A goldsmith requires a range of skills to master the craft of working with precious metals and stones. Key responsibilities include:

• Metalworking: Proficiency in working with metals like gold, silver, and platinum, including melting, molding, cutting, and soldering.
• Jewelry Design: The ability to design intricate pieces either by hand or using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Stone Setting: Expertise in setting various gemstones into metal pieces without damaging them.
• Polishing & Finishing: Skilled in polishing and finishing jewelry to a high sheen, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.
• Engraving: Knowledge of detailed engraving to personalize or add intricate details to pieces.
• Welding & Soldering: Ability to securely join metal pieces with precision and care.
• Tool Handling: Mastery of specialized tools such as hammers, anvils, pliers, and files.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is critical in ensuring high-quality workmanship, symmetry, and aesthetics.
• Patience & Dexterity: Goldsmithing involves intricate work requiring patience, a steady hand, and good hand-eye coordination.
• Knowledge of Gemstones: Understanding the properties of different gemstones and how they interact with metals.
• Problem Solving: The ability to think creatively to fix damaged jewelry or create custom designs based on client requests.

At least a high school graduate or a short course relevant to metalwork is required for this position.