A professional who fabricates sample jewelry articles, according to drawings or instructions. Responsibilities include:

• Cuts and shapes metal into findings, using metal cutting and carving tools.
• Arranges metal findings into specified design, softens findings by heating with gas torch, and shapes findings, using hammer and die.
• Solders pieces together, and smooths rough surfaces, using wooden mallet, files, or polishing wheel.
• Attaches decorative trimmings, such as wax flowers, enamel motifs, and stones.