ASSISTANT COSTUME SHOP MANAGER
About The Position
Signature Theatre Company seeks a Seasonal Assistant Costume Shop Manager for its production of Animal Wisdom by Heather Christian. This position supports the Costume Shop Manager in overseeing all costume, hair, wig, makeup, and wardrobe needs for the production. The schedule varies and will include evenings and weekends The majority of work will take place in March, April, and early May, with an anticipated schedule of approximately 40 to 50 hours per week during peak production periods. This is a non-exempt, seasonal position reporting to the Costume Shop Manager with administrative oversight from the Production Manager and General Manager.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of experience as a Costume Shop Manager, Assistant Costume Shop Manager, or in a related role
- The desire to step into a costume shop manager position
- Strong understanding of costume design and production processes
- Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials commonly used in a professional costume shop
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, artisans, and production staff
- Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Purchasing, tracking, and returning costume items, including rentals
- Assisting with management and tracking of show and shop budgets and expenditures
- Scheduling and attending fittings and measurement sessions
- Supporting the hiring and supervision of stitchers; monitoring workflow, quality, and time management
- Managing the flow of alterations and craft work within the shop
- Maintaining accurate show and shop paperwork, including schedules, budgets, and daily tracking documents
- Providing sewing and craft support as needed
- Ensuring costume elements are executed with a high level of craftsmanship, on schedule, and within budget parameters
- Coordinating ongoing costume maintenance during the run in collaboration with wardrobe and run crew, including dry cleaning, repairs, and hair/wig maintenance
- Other duties as assigned by the Costume Shop Manager
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
