Costume Shop Technician (Performing Arts Technician I)

Classification: Performing Arts Technician I

Department: The department of Theatre/Dance within the Division of Academic Affairs is situated in the heart of Southern California with proximity to the film and television industries of Los Angeles and the performing arts communities and theme park industry of Orange County. We are committed to providing students with real-world training through hands-on curriculum and are dedicated to preparing students for all facets of the theatre industry and academia. In the areas of performance, design, and technical production, high impact practices encourage life-long learning habits, collaborative skills, and team dynamics that prepare students for future success. We strive to create a student-centered educational environment that builds upon the artistic skills of students while preparing them to adapt, innovate, and respond to the ever-changing professional performing arts environment. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Costume Shop Technician (Performing Arts Technician I). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Salary Range: $3,721 - $4,574 per month

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Qualifications

Competition of professional training or applicable college coursework and practical experience. A minimum of one year of experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, and/or sound and audio production. Working knowledge of design principles and the ability to translate design specifications, blueprints, or drawings into applicable costume, scenery, lighting, and sound production. Ability to identify and appropriate materials and supplies needed for projects and manage materials budgets for production specialty and specific projects. Foundational knowledge of applicable software packages for the production specialty. General knowledge of historical periods as they relate to the production specialty. Working knowledge of and ability to use the patterns, methods, materials, and equipment involved in the construction and reconstruction of costumes and related accessories. Ability to assist in the training and supervision of students involved in productions. General knowledge of methods and problems related to applicable production specialty area.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of college courses in design and construction. Experience and extensive knowledge of costume crafts. Knowledge of costume and style periods.