Costume Studio Technician

Position Summary Information

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 production-related tasks in the College of Performing Arts on an as-needed basis. Skillsets for this role may include stitching, cutting/draping, crafting, wardrobe crew, wardrobe supervision, wig maintenance, theatrical makeup supervision, and/or costume liaison (show-specific 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

Stitcher/Crafter

• Ability to alter costumes according to fitting notes
• Ability to repair or refurbish costumes to make stage ready

Cutter/Draper

• Communicate with designer regarding specific build and alteration needs
• Ability to create patterns

Costume Liaison, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup

Additional duties as listed in posting for fittings, quick changes, laundry, makeup application, wig maintenance, and crew supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Good organization, communication, and time-management skills
• Work well with students
• Reliable transportation
• Hand and domestic sewing machine skills
• Ability to read a measurement chart and size costumes appropriately
• Wear closed-toed shoes and stage blacks as required

Desired Qualifications

• Access to a computer and working knowledge of Google Drive
• Costume crafting, theatrical makeup, wig styling skills
• Ability to use industrial sewing machines, overlock, dye vat
• Cutting and draping skills