To Whom It May Concern,
Please accept this letter and my resume as an expression of interest in joining your company as an independent contractor. I believe that my abilities as a goldsmith, ability to meet deadlines and go the extra mile, will make me a good fit for your company. My outgoing and friendly nature allows me to interact well with my colleagues.
I am a master Goldsmith with over 15 years experience and jewelry making is a strong passion of mine. I have extensive knowledge in all types of jewelry making including, but not limited to, CAD design, casting, advanced stone setting, finishing, engraving, general repair/restoration, etc.
I have access to an entire workshop including: microscope, gravering system, casting system, and Matrixgold and wax printer program. I am able to complete most jobs given to me in an efficient and timely manner and offer very competitive pricing. My main focus is always quality and efficiency.
Please review my resume through my portfolio website, I am confident you will agree that my skills, experience, creativity, and ambitions can be of great value at your company. Please don’t hesitate to contact me further for more information. Thank you!
Sincerely,
Katie Rose
Experience
Master Goldsmith, Jewelry Store, Downers Grove, IL—November 2023-Present
Master Goldsmith, Jost Jewelers; Milwaukee, WI—May 2021-October 2023
Goldsmith, BR Diamond Suite, Madison, WI— May 2021-November 2021
Bench Jeweler, Chalmers Jewelers, Middleton, WI— May 2018-April 2021
Bench Jeweler, D&D Jewelers, Sycamore, IL— October 2016-April 2018
Bench Jeweler, State Street Jewelers; Geneva, IL—September 2011-May 2013
Bench Jeweler, Jared, Lombard, IL — September 2006-May 2011
Jewelry Skills
Channel setting
Stone setting
CAD-designing
Multi prong setting
Full bezel setting
Semi bezel setting
Tension setting
Flush setting
Gypsy setting
Pave’ & Micropave’ setting
Casting
All General Repair
Jewelry Restoration
Repousse’ (metal forming)
Electroforming
Rubber mold making
Metal finishing/Polishing
Dapping
Engraving
Laser welding
Millegrain
Watch battery
Minor watch repair
Riveting
Invisible Setting
Handmade Customs
Prefered Mediums
Gold (All Alloys)
Platinum
Palladium
Silver
Copper
Wood
Inlays