Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor

Department: Production

Position Title: Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor

Reports to: Director of Production

Classification: Full-time Exempt

Salary Range: $58000 - $63000 for a 40-week season plus 2 weeks of paid vacation

Location: In-person 3515 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington DC 20016

The Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor supports the Wardrobe Supervisor company dancers and studio company dancers by providing comprehensive wardrobe and costume assistance. This role also supports The Washington School of Ballets Professional Training Division (PTD) and Northwest (NW) campus. The ideal candidate is highly organized skilled in garment construction and thrives in a fast-paced production-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Routine Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled meetings rehearsals and planning sessions with choreographers designers and production staff for TWB/TWSB.
• Organize and maintain systems for costume stock supplies and inventory.
• Coordinate and assign tasks for Wardrobe Assistants Interns and Volunteers in collaboration with the Wardrobe Supervisor.
• Track and attend TWB costume fittings and company schedules as directed by Company Management and Rehearsal Directors.
• Schedule TWSB/PTD costume fittings in partnership with the School Director and Student Production Manager.
• Coordinate additional performance & non-performance costume requests from Community Engagement Development Marketing and TWSB (Trainee and NW; SE as needed).
• Facilitate costume rentals for TWB dancers and staff as well as TWSB Trainee/NW. Also SE students and staff when costumes are available.

Dancer-Related Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of dancer measurements including shoes special orders and custom measurements for costumes wigs hats and related items.
• Assist with fittings and alterations for repertory costumes.
• Label organize and maintain costumes for all ballets.
• Dye and color shoes as needed for productions.
• Maintain inventory and distribution of company-provided accessories and makeup.
• Maintain dynamic Google forms and responses for TWB/TWSB specific to measurements shoe information and sizing rehearsal costume elements and walk-on requirements.

Performance-Related Responsibilities

• Assist with the packing preparation and organization of costumes for rehearsals performances demonstrations and photo shoots across studios and performance venues.
• Support the maintenance restoration and return of all costume inventory.
• Assist with coordinating costume rentals including delivery fittings alterations and care instructions.
• Help create and maintain costume production records and costume plots for repertory and restaged ballets.
• Support the execution of costume load-in setup run of show and load-out for rehearsals performances and photo shoots.
• Assign dressing rooms for cast and support personnel.
• Coordinate dressing room assignments and costume space usage for performances involving both TWSB campuses ensuring effective collaboration and support across productions for NW students.
• Provide costume support for TWSB Trainee and NW showcases as well as end-of-year performances.
• Coordinate costume requests with SE staff for end-of-year performance costume needs from the general TWSB inventory.
• Actively participate in creating a work culture that embodies the core values of TWB; Creativity Commitment Communication Collaboration Compassion and Community.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Strong machine and hand sewing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suites with the ability to effectively use these tools for communication record keeping scheduling and managing internal and external organizational resources.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Flexibility to work extended hours including evenings and weekends during production periods.

Professional & Technical Competencies

• Demonstrated attention to detail organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Resourceful adaptable and able to take initiative while following direction.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Commitment to supporting the mission of The Washington Ballet and The Washington School of Ballet.

Preferred Knowledge & Experience

• Experience with dance costume construction.
• Familiarity with run-of-show operations.
• General knowledge of dance and the performing arts environment.

Physical Demands:

This role requires regular physical activity. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds including costumes and related materials. Responsibilities may include handling packing and moving storage containers racks and crates.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Washington Ballet is dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment in all aspects of its work from artistic performances and ballet education to community engagement and workplace culture. We prioritize presenting artists and perspectives that reflect the dynamism of DC. Through our community partnerships and campus locations we intentionally bring opportunities to communities throughout the DMV ensuring fairness in hiring and employment practices.

Benefits

• Employer-paid Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance fully paid by TWB
• 403b Retirement Plan Option for Employees Pre-tax & Roth Contributions
• Two weeks annual leave 2 personal days 2 floating holiday
• Six sick days annually
• Free ballet classes
• Access to free or discounted tickets to performances

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume cover letter and three references. We encourage all interested applicants to apply even if they do not feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. We are dedicated to considering a wide array of candidates including those with non-traditional background and experience. Please use your cover letter to elaborate on what you hope to bring to this role and how your prior experience has prepared you for this opportunity.

About The Washington Ballet

Founded more than 80 years ago The Washington Ballet grew out of the success of The Washington School of Ballet founded and directed for years by legendary dance pioneer Mary Day. Today The Washington Ballets mission is threefold: To bring the joy and artistry of dance to the nations capital and the worlds stage through the professional presentation of the best in classic and contemporary ballet; To provide the highest caliber of dance training through a preeminent school of ballet; and To serve and involve the entire community through extensive dance education and community engagement programs.

Required Experience:

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