Costume Ager, Dyer, & Crafter

Hale Centre Theatre•Sandy, UT

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Hale Centre Theatre (HCT) is seeking a skilled, resourceful, and highly adaptable Costume Ager, Dyer, & Crafter to join our costume shop in Sandy. This role is essential in bringing productions to life through textile transformation and detailed craftwork. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-output environment and is comfortable working both collaboratively and independently. You will work across a wide range of materials -- fabrics, foam, leather, plastics, and more – using creative problem-solving and technical expertise to achieve visually compelling and consistent results under tight deadlines.

Requirements

2+ years of professional experience in theatrical costume crafts, or a degree in Costume Technology/Design
Strong background in dyeing techniques (reactive, acid, disperse) and fiber behavior
Experience with fabric painting, airbrushing, leatherwork, foam fabrication, and thermoplastics
Excellent color-matching and finishing skills
Ability to work with a wide variety of materials and quickly adjust techniques as needed
Strong critical thinking skills and creative problem-solving approach
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Able to balance teamwork with independent responsibility
Willingness to learn new processes and safely work with chemicals
High level of precision, especially when replicating costumes for multiples or stunt use

Responsibilities

Textile Artistry Execute professional dyeing, painting, and distressing techniques on fabrics and finished garments
Accurately match designer renderings through color theory, research, and sampling
Costume Breakdown & Aging Apply realistic aging techniques (sanding, fraying, staining, painting) to create the illusion of wear, history, and environmental exposure
Ensure consistency across multiple versions of the same costume
Specialized Craft & Fabrication Build and modify costume elements including masks, armor, millinery, footwear, and jewelry
Work with diverse materials such as EVA foam, thermoplastics, leather, resins, and textiles
Adapt techniques based on material behavior and production needs
Stitching & Patterning Operate industrial sewing machines with moderate proficiency
Draft patterns, create mockups, and translate them into finished products
Collaboration & Workflow Coordination Work closely with Costume Designers, Drapers, and the Costume Supervisor to plan construction, dyeing, and finishing processes while adhering to a shows build timeline.
Communicate clearly and contribute to a team-oriented shop environment
Independent Execution Manage assigned projects from concept to completion with minimal supervision
Prioritize tasks and problem-solve efficiently under pressure
Shop Safety & Maintenance Maintain a safe and organized dye and craft workspace
Follow proper handling procedures for chemicals and PPE requirements