Sr Costume Specialist
Sr Costume Specialist
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Job Description
Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy excitement and lasting memories to people from around the world. Were seeking enthusiastic dedicated and hardworking individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!
What you get to do:
Responsible for maintaining costuming integrity of assigned shows and productions
Maintain cleanliness safety and quality standards through all assigned tasks
Construct new costumes
Responsible for the coordination and instruction of cleaning care and maintenance of costumes. This includes making needed repairs to costumes costume characters costume overlays wigs headpieces footwear and the laundering and storage of costumes
Responsible for the install and strike of assigned festivals and shows
Responsible for the cleanliness and organization of costuming areas and stocking adequate inventory and costuming repair materials
As needed assist performers with dressing needs including dressing performers and insuring costumes are properly preset and postset during shows and events
Assist with presetting costumes for special events/functions
Attend and assist with dress rehearsals and onstage approvals when required
Maintain frequent open communication of costume character costuming needs and updates with Stage Managers Dresser Team Costuming Staff and Management to ensure all costume characters are in working order and in top quality condition and appearance; including but not limited to costume characters and festival specific costumes
Assist with Opening and Closing duties in the Costume Shop
Assist with Entertainment activities and special events in other facilities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned based on business need
What it takes to succeed:
At least 18 years old
Have a High School Diploma or the equivalent
Minimum 2 years experience with costume construction repair or maintenance of costumes and/or wardrobe items
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days evenings weekends/holidays
Working knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word Office and Excel
Good oral and written communication skills
Able to handle multiple tasks under high pressure
Be teamoriented with a kidsiderate attitude
Have excellent organizational skills; experience with project management a plus
Ability to trouble mechanical problems
Excellent hand and industrial machine sewing skills
Construction and/or costume design abilities preferred
Ability to follow specific instructions and teach others to assist based on needs of item
Experience with or be willing to learn airbrush techniques and designs
Experience with or be willing to learn wig care and maintenance
Sewing skills needed to perform costume alterations costume construction replace zippers and snaps
Theme park experience a plus
What else is important:
Able to lift push and pull a maximum of 25 lbs. several times throughout a scheduled shift
Able to stand sit lie down squat and bend repeatedly throughout the day
Able to climb two flights of stairs multiple times a day
If offered an interview you will be required to bring a sample portfolio of your work to the interview
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun fastpaced environment and great teammates as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food merchandise etc.
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events and giveaways
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION GENDER NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
