SeamstressStitcher

Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together as one in Christ to tell His story through who we are and what we do. We foster a culture of love for God and love for others trust and teamwork and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day.

Construct costumes for new shows and remounts for all Sight and Sound theatre productions; conduct seasonal fittings and alterations for the cast.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work as a team to construct costumes for all Sight and Sound Theatre production; work effectively within a tight timeline balancing efficiency speed and excellence to achieve large costume build.
• Maintain a high level of excellence in garment construction using home sew and industrial sewing machines sergers and pressing equipment
• Collaborate within the production team to determine efficient assembly process for each unique costume for fit and function; have positive impact on timeline goals and quality standards as a result of excellent individual job performance.
• Interact professionally and expediently during intense fittings and alterations seasons with Costume Shop customers including Cast show run teams and Costume Shop design and technical teams.
• Exemplify excellent teamwork and servant hearted mindset with grace under pressure believing the best in team members and all costume shop customers.
• All other duties as assigned.

Prerequisites:

• Proven experience in general garment construction. Experience as stitcher in a theater setting bridalwear alterations or general garment construction with the ability to adapt skillset to Sight and Sounds unique construction process.
• Possess a good understanding of the mechanics of garment and costume construction with a keen eye for precision and detail in garment finishing.
• Experience with creating garments from spec sheets is desirable (as well as any experience with high volume garment manufacturing or large costume builds).

Education and/or Experience: Minimum High School diploma and at least 3 years of sewing and/or stitching experience preferred.

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.