Costume Studio Technician
Costume Studio Technician
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05-04-2025
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Job Description Summary
Under the supervision of the Costume Studio Manager Assistant Costume Studio Manager and the Lead Costume Technician the Costume Technician will provide technical support for productionrelated tasks in the College of Performing Arts on an asneeded basis. Skillsets for this role may include stitching cutting/draping crafting wardrobe crew wardrobe supervision wig maintenance theatrical makeup supervision and/or costume liaison (showspecific costume organization and paperwork).
Responsibilities
General Responsibilities Knowledge and experience in working with domestic sewing machines and hand stitching Manage time to ensure that assigned work is completed accurately and on schedule Work with students exhibiting good work habits and professional demeanor Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Communicate with Costume Studio Manager about problems and possible solutions concerning equipment and/or workflow as needed Ability to work effectively in a teambased environment and to work independently and followthrough on assignments with minimal direction/instruction Ability to follow and apply safety and workrelated policies and procedures If hired specific responsibilities may include some or all of the below depending on the needs of the production: Stitcher/Crafter Ability to alter costumes according to fitting notes Ability to repair or refurbish costumes to make stage ready Ability to support costume crafting including hand painting distressing trimming and millinery Ability to construct costumes from commercial patterns Cut fabric based on patterns supplied by Cutter/Draper Assist the Cutter/Draper in the creation of patterns for facings and linings based on patterns supplied by the Cutter/Draper Ability to dye fabric (natural and synthetic) including ability to color match Ability to airbrush distress and work with various foams and plastics to create avant garde garments as needed Cutter/Draper Communicate with designer regarding specific build and alteration needs Ability to create patterns Ability to estimate yardage from created patterns Costume Liaison Ensure clear communication between the designer production team and Costume Studio Support designer in pulling costumes from costume stock Organize costumes prior to fittings track and receive purchases and label any rental items With supervision support designers during costume fittings by updating dressing lists labeling costumes and taking complete concise alteration notes Clean out fitting room postfittings to ensure that supplies are restored and all costumes are appropriately placed under alterations character names or extras racks Support designer with paperwork by completing dressing lists with updated descriptions and laundry codes Communicate with Costume Studio regarding any missed fittings or necessary secondary fittings with specifics on items that need to be pulled purchased or adjusted Work with Wardrobe Supervisor to prepare costumes and showrelated paperwork for loadout Ability to support fitting by pinning marking hems advising on alterations or have the judgment to call in advanced support as needed Quality control of completed alteration notes Wardrobe Create a quickchange plan and appropriate show paperwork for costumes hair and makeup Load unload and move costumes from the Costume Studio to various venues and back Assist actors with costume changes as assigned Support costume maintenance for the production including steaming pressing checking for and executing repairs Create a plan for Laundry and Wardrobe maintenance for the specifics of the production and execute specific laundry needs as assigned Ability to use creative thinking sound judgment and remain calm in dealing with a variety of personality types and situations Train and supervise wardrobe crew in above duties Hair/Makeup Ability to apply theatrical stage makeup Ability to execute hairstyles as designed Ability to apply and maintain wigs Assist actors with hair/makeup changes as assigned Sanitize makeup brushes and supplies Train and supervise hair/makeup crew in above duties
Required Qualifications
Good organization communication and timemanagement skills Work well with students Reliable transportation to and from work Hand and domestic sewing machine skills Ability to read a measurement chart and size costumes appropriately Wear closedtoed shoes in all costume venues at all times Must wear stage blacks during all dress rehearsals and performances
Under the supervision of the Costume Studio Manager Assistant Costume Studio Manager and the Lead Costume Technician the Costume Technician will provide technical support for productionrelated tasks in the College of Performing Arts on an asneeded basis. Skillsets for this role may include stitching cutting/draping crafting wardrobe crew wardrobe supervision wig maintenance theatrical makeup supervision and/or costume liaison (showspecific costume organization and paperwork).
Responsibilities
General Responsibilities Knowledge and experience in working with domestic sewing machines and hand stitching Manage time to ensure that assigned work is completed accurately and on schedule Work with students exhibiting good work habits and professional demeanor Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Communicate with Costume Studio Manager about problems and possible solutions concerning equipment and/or workflow as needed Ability to work effectively in a teambased environment and to work independently and followthrough on assignments with minimal direction/instruction Ability to follow and apply safety and workrelated policies and procedures If hired specific responsibilities may include some or all of the below depending on the needs of the production: Stitcher/Crafter Ability to alter costumes according to fitting notes Ability to repair or refurbish costumes to make stage ready Ability to support costume crafting including hand painting distressing trimming and millinery Ability to construct costumes from commercial patterns Cut fabric based on patterns supplied by Cutter/Draper Assist the Cutter/Draper in the creation of patterns for facings and linings based on patterns supplied by the Cutter/Draper Ability to dye fabric (natural and synthetic) including ability to color match Ability to airbrush distress and work with various foams and plastics to create avant garde garments as needed Cutter/Draper Communicate with designer regarding specific build and alteration needs Ability to create patterns Ability to estimate yardage from created patterns Costume Liaison Ensure clear communication between the designer production team and Costume Studio Support designer in pulling costumes from costume stock Organize costumes prior to fittings track and receive purchases and label any rental items With supervision support designers during costume fittings by updating dressing lists labeling costumes and taking complete concise alteration notes Clean out fitting room postfittings to ensure that supplies are restored and all costumes are appropriately placed under alterations character names or extras racks Support designer with paperwork by completing dressing lists with updated descriptions and laundry codes Communicate with Costume Studio regarding any missed fittings or necessary secondary fittings with specifics on items that need to be pulled purchased or adjusted Work with Wardrobe Supervisor to prepare costumes and showrelated paperwork for loadout Ability to support fitting by pinning marking hems advising on alterations or have the judgment to call in advanced support as needed Quality control of completed alteration notes Wardrobe Create a quickchange plan and appropriate show paperwork for costumes hair and makeup Load unload and move costumes from the Costume Studio to various venues and back Assist actors with costume changes as assigned Support costume maintenance for the production including steaming pressing checking for and executing repairs Create a plan for Laundry and Wardrobe maintenance for the specifics of the production and execute specific laundry needs as assigned Ability to use creative thinking sound judgment and remain calm in dealing with a variety of personality types and situations Train and supervise wardrobe crew in above duties Hair/Makeup Ability to apply theatrical stage makeup Ability to execute hairstyles as designed Ability to apply and maintain wigs Assist actors with hair/makeup changes as assigned Sanitize makeup brushes and supplies Train and supervise hair/makeup crew in above duties
Required Qualifications
Good organization communication and timemanagement skills Work well with students Reliable transportation to and from work Hand and domestic sewing machine skills Ability to read a measurement chart and size costumes appropriately Wear closedtoed shoes in all costume venues at all times Must wear stage blacks during all dress rehearsals and performances
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IC
Employment Type
Full Time
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