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Freelance Architectural Designer / AutoCAD Drafter (Residential & Commercial Permit Drawings) Job Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor (1099) Work Location: Remote (Preference given to candidates ...
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Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1
Role Overview As a HUSH Architectural Designer, you bring a design sensibility rooted in art, culture, and human experience. You are the creative force that shapes how our spaces look, feel, and ...
Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1
Role Overview As a HUSH Architectural Designer, you bring a design sensibility rooted in art, culture, and human experience. You are the creative force that shapes how our spaces look, feel, and ...
Role Overview As a HUSH Architectural Designer, you bring a design sensibility rooted in art, culture, and human experience. You are the creative force that shapes how our spaces look, feel, and ...
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Role Overview As a HUSH Architectural Designer, you bring a design sensibility rooted in art, culture, and human experience. You are the creative force that shapes how our spaces look, feel, and ...
Role Overview As a HUSH Architectural Designer, you bring a design sensibility rooted in art, culture, and human experience. You are the creative force that shapes how our spaces look, feel, and ...
Role Overview As a HUSH Architectural Designer, you bring a design sensibility rooted in art, culture, and human experience. You are the creative force that shapes how our spaces look, feel, and ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$50/hr
Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$50/hr
Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep ...
New York, NY · Remote
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Designer with a strong emphasis on UI to support one ... system architecture; Figma proficiency is a must * Able to develop simple and elegant design ...
New York, NY · Remote
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Designer with a strong emphasis on UI to support one ... system architecture; Figma proficiency is a must * Able to develop simple and elegant design ...
Atlanta, GA · Remote
$2.6K - $3.0K/wk
We are seeking a Freelance Senior UI Designer to support one of the world's most recognized travel ... architecture * Confident and articulate in client-facing settings; comfortable owning the ...
Atlanta, GA · Remote
$2.6K - $3.0K/wk
We are seeking a Freelance Senior UI Designer to support one of the world's most recognized travel ... architecture * Confident and articulate in client-facing settings; comfortable owning the ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$50/hr
Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$50/hr
Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$50/hr
Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$50/hr
Landor is looking for a Freelance Senior Designer to join our Chicago studio. Could this be you? We ... Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Designer with a strong emphasis on UI to support one ... system architecture; Figma proficiency is a must * Able to develop simple and elegant design ...
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New York, NY · On-site +1
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Designer with a strong emphasis on UI to support one ... system architecture; Figma proficiency is a must * Able to develop simple and elegant design ...
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New York, NY · On-site
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Designer with a strong emphasis on UI to support one ... system architecture; Figma proficiency is a must * Able to develop simple and elegant design ...
New York, NY · On-site
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Designer with a strong emphasis on UI to support one ... system architecture; Figma proficiency is a must * Able to develop simple and elegant design ...
Winter Garden, FL · Remote
$25 - $50/hr
We build video-first podcasts and YouTube shows for B2B brands, and we're hiring a Freelance Designer who can build visual brands that don't just look good - they perform. This role sits at the ...
Winter Garden, FL · Remote
$25 - $50/hr
We build video-first podcasts and YouTube shows for B2B brands, and we're hiring a Freelance Designer who can build visual brands that don't just look good - they perform. This role sits at the ...
Winter Garden, FL · On-site +1
$25 - $50/hr
We build video-first podcasts and YouTube shows for B2B brands, and we're hiring a Freelance Designer who can build visual brands that don't just look good - they perform. This role sits at the ...
Winter Garden, FL · On-site +1
$25 - $50/hr
We build video-first podcasts and YouTube shows for B2B brands, and we're hiring a Freelance Designer who can build visual brands that don't just look good - they perform. This role sits at the ...
Winter Garden, FL · Remote
$25 - $50/hr
We build video-first podcasts and YouTube shows for B2B brands, and we're hiring a Freelance Designer who can build visual brands that don't just look good they perform. This role sits at the ...
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Winter Garden, FL · Remote
$25 - $50/hr
We build video-first podcasts and YouTube shows for B2B brands, and we're hiring a Freelance Designer who can build visual brands that don't just look good they perform. This role sits at the ...
Information Architecture organizing user goals, responsibilities, and expectations within a product to reflect a navigable architecture/flow of potential pages, content, sections, & widgets intended ...
Information Architecture organizing user goals, responsibilities, and expectations within a product to reflect a navigable architecture/flow of potential pages, content, sections, & widgets intended ...
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site +1
Freelance as a Full Stack Developer and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a ... Understanding of interaction design and information architecture * Understands design software (e.g.
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site +1
Freelance as a Full Stack Developer and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a ... Understanding of interaction design and information architecture * Understands design software (e.g.
$50/hr
About the Role This is a freelance role for a Tendem project. As a Brand Designer, your focus will ... You will serve as the architect of the brand identity, modernizing aesthetics and ensuring that all ...
$50/hr
About the Role This is a freelance role for a Tendem project. As a Brand Designer, your focus will ... You will serve as the architect of the brand identity, modernizing aesthetics and ensuring that all ...
Saint Petersburg, FL · Remote
Freelance as a Full Stack Developer and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a ... Understanding of interaction design and information architecture * Understands design software (e.g.
Saint Petersburg, FL · Remote
Freelance as a Full Stack Developer and Work from Home With FreeUp Hi! We're FreeUp! FreeUp is a ... Understanding of interaction design and information architecture * Understands design software (e.g.
San Francisco, CA · Remote
$2.8K - $3.6K/wk
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Product Designer to support one of the most ... architecture, and high-craft visual execution across complex digital product ecosystems * Lead the ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
$2.8K - $3.6K/wk
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior Product Designer to support one of the most ... architecture, and high-craft visual execution across complex digital product ecosystems * Lead the ...
Freelance Mechanical Engineer / CAD Designer SolidWorks CAD Update & Documentation (Beta ... The core architecture is established. The immediate need is detailed, methodical CAD updating to ...
Freelance Mechanical Engineer / CAD Designer SolidWorks CAD Update & Documentation (Beta ... The core architecture is established. The immediate need is detailed, methodical CAD updating to ...
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As a freelance architectural designer, you design the structural specifications of a landscape or building. Your responsibilities include drawing CAD sketches, preparing color boards and layouts, performing calculations, and developing a design that meets code standards. You create a plan around the provided budget, review construction site limitations, and ensure client satisfaction with the finished product. Your duties have you collaborating with engineers and the construction team throughout the process. A freelance architectural designer works from home or has a temporary contract with a company for the duration of a project.
| Aspect | Freelance Architectural Designer | Architectural Draftsperson |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Design experience, possibly certification or licensing depending on region | Technical drafting certifications or training |
| Work Environment | Independent, project-based, client-facing | Office-based, supporting architects or designers |
| Industry Usage | Freelancers often work directly with clients or firms | Employed by architecture firms or engineering companies |
Freelance Architectural Designers focus on creating design concepts and working directly with clients, often handling multiple projects independently. Architectural Draftspersons primarily produce technical drawings and plans under supervision. While both roles require technical skills, Freelance Architectural Designers emphasize creative design and client interaction, whereas Draftspersons focus on technical accuracy and drafting support within firms.

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Freelance Architectural Designer / AutoCAD Drafter (Residential & Commercial Permit Drawings)
Job Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor (1099)
Work Location: Remote (Preference given to candidates located in the New York Tri-State Area)
Hours: Flexible, Project-Based
About the Position
We are a growing architectural design and consulting firm seeking an experienced Freelance Architectural Designer/AutoCAD Drafter to assist with residential and light commercial projects on an as-needed basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated professional looking for flexible, project-based work with the potential for an ongoing working relationship.
The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience producing permit-ready construction documents, possesses strong technical drafting skills, and can work independently with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Compensation
Compensation is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and project complexity. Both hourly and project-based compensation arrangements will be considered.
To Apply
Please submit the following:
Please include a brief description of your role in preparing the submitted drawing sets (i.e., whether you created the drawings from scratch, worked from markups, or revised an existing set).
We are seeking a dependable freelance professional who can become a long-term extension of our team and consistently produce high-quality, permit-ready construction documents.