Costume and Wardrobe Supervisor

Rochester Institute of Technology • Rochester, NY

52d

About The Position

RIT is seeking a collaborative, dynamic, and experienced costume and wardrobe technician to serve as the Costume and Wardrobe Supervisor for the School of Performing Arts (SPA) in the College of Liberal Arts. Please note-this position requires the ability to work extended days, evenings, and weekends on a consistent basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BFA) OR equivalent experience in Technical Theater or related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in costume construction, costume shop management, wardrobe supervision, or related experience
• Significant experience in costume construction and shop management
• Experience in wardrobe supervision for live theatre
• Strong skills in sewing, draping, patterning, and alterations
• Strong skills in costume crafts such as dyeing, millinery, or leatherwork
• Experience with makeup and wigs
• Operating and maintaining industrial and domestic sewing and serging machines
• Familiarity with costume history, design, and wardrobe maintenance
• Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards.
• Operation of a computer and assigned software. Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suite and online meeting platforms such as Zoom essential.
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Training and experience serving in a management role in a production department or costume shop at a theater or a related field.
• Demonstrated creative judgment, excellent problem-solving skills and detail oriented.
• Strong ability to lead a student team in both the shop and live production environments
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities as well as attend to numerous projects concurrently.
• Ability to establish, build and maintain effective working relationships based on respect, empathy and honesty with all groups and individuals.
• Ability to work extended days, evenings, and weekends on a consistent basis

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a theater or costume design-related field.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture, American Sign Language (ASL), or willingness to learn.
• Prior experience working in a higher education setting is preferred.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees