Assistant Costumer - Department of Dance

Butler University•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Assistant Costumer for the Department of Dance within Jordan College of the Arts assists the Costume Director in constructing and maintaining Butler Ballet costumes and wardrobe. The role supports costume construction, refurbishment, and alteration for classical ballet and contemporary dance projects, as well as costume storage, maintenance, and inventory. The Assistant Costumer works with student stitchers, serves as wardrobe crew for productions, and may occasionally drive University-owned or other vehicles on the University’s behalf to transport people, equipment, materials, and supplies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in theatre or a related field.
At least 3 years of costume work in dance and/or theatre at the collegiate or professional level.
Advanced skills in sewing, alteration, fabric dyeing, pattern reading, millinery, and tutu construction.
Training and experience in dance and/or theatre costuming at the collegiate or professional level.
Accurate and efficient construction skills, good work habits, passion for the work, strict adherence to published deadlines, and a commitment to excellence.
Experience working with community-based organizations and underserved populations.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, navigate stairs, and maneuver costume racks between adjacent buildings.
Must possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with University policy.

Nice To Haves

MFA degree in Costume Technology.
Additional skills in crafts, millinery, and dyeing.

Responsibilities

Assist with the construction, refurbishment, and alteration of costumes for the Department of Dance, including classical ballet and contemporary dance projects.
Help the Costumer with wardrobe and costume storage, maintenance, and inventory.
Work with student stitchers to complete assigned projects.
Serve as wardrobe crew for productions.
Perform other duties as qualified and required.
May occasionally operate University-owned vehicles or drive on the University’s behalf to transport individuals, equipment, materials, and supplies in support of departmental and University activities.

Benefits

20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per fiscal year.
8 paid holidays.
Paid winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Paid parental leave after 1 year of full-time employment.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including disability and life insurance programs.
10% employer retirement contribution after 1 year of full-time employment.
Tuition remission for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children, subject to eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment.
Tuition Exchange Program for dependents at participating institutions.
Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty.
LinkedIn Learning courses.
Free premium subscription to the Calm App.
Free subscriptions to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT.
Discount at the College Bookstore.
Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center performances.