Costume Cutter/Draper

University of Oklahoma • Norman, OK

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About The Position

The Costume Cutter/Draper is jointly responsible for creating costumes, interpreting original designs, developing custom patterns based on designs, and managing all aspects of costume construction. The role also handles alterations and fittings, and maintains pulled or rented clothing items in collaboration with costume faculty.

The Junior Draper serves as liaison between staff stitchers and undergraduate assistants and assists with labs associated with DRAM 1114. The position supervises production of new costumes and refurbishment or alteration of existing costumes for the production season. It reports to the Costume Tech. Faculty and Studio Supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 12 months of professional theatre experience in a costume shop.
• A valid driver's license is required to travel to fabric shops and pick up materials for costumes and/or props.
• A background check is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in costume technology.
• Experience in construction of dancewear.
• Tailoring experience.
• At least 3 years of work or training in a professional costume shop.
• 24 months of professional experience in theatrical costuming.
• 24 months of professional experience as a cutter/draper.

Responsibilities

• Create costumes and interpret original design work.
• Develop custom patterns based on costume designs.
• Manage all facets of costume construction.
• Perform alterations and fittings and maintain pulled or rented clothing items in collaboration with costume faculty.
• Liaise between staff stitchers and undergraduate assistants.
• Assist with labs associated with DRAM 1114.
• Supervise production of new costumes and refurbishment or alteration of existing costumes for the production season.
• Travel to fabric shops and pick up materials for costumes and/or props.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time