Costume Designer Fall 2026

Waverly Community Schools•Lansing, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

These positions are responsible for designing the costumes, makeup, and hairstyles of the theatre production for which the individual was hired, fall or spring, respectively. The job title includes involvement in all production phases, including pre-production, audition preparation, auditions, rehearsal period, production meetings, technical and dress rehearsals, and performances. This position is responsible for following established policies and procedures to assist with production needs in consultation with the Theatre and Events Manager. The schedule for this position typically includes some attendance at rehearsals for a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 weeks, in addition to weekend hours during the performance week(s). Other hours are at the discretion of the individual hired.

Requirements

Experience with sewing and costuming.
Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
Ability to read and write theater documentation.
Ability to exercise good judgment, resourcefulness, and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and the community.
Working knowledge of theatre terminology and acting techniques.
Knowledge of computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software programs and their applications.
Ability to demonstrate the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring when interacting with staff, students, and community members.

Responsibilities

Following and enforcing safety procedures and policies, including assisting with supervision of rehearsals and performances.
Reporting defective and hazardous equipment and conditions.
Assisting in the supervising of theatre productions and rehearsals.
Clearly communicating a vision to the artistic team.
Designing costumes, hair, and makeup to compliment the director’s vision.
Sewing and altering costume pieces.
Demonstrating hair and makeup techniques to students in a patient and helpful manner.
Attending production meetings & check-ins.
Collaborating with the artistic team to solve problems.
Collaborating with the Theatre & Events Manager to schedule costume work days, fittings, costume parades, and any other necessary work in theater spaces.
Following established procedures to obtain or assist the Theatre & Events Manager in obtaining necessary costumes, notions, fabric, or other materials related to costuming work.
Creating a positive environment for students to learn.
Attending rehearsals as needed, making good use of the time to support student needs.
Reading and understanding policies and theatre documentation.
Supporting the production as needed, in collaboration with the Theatre & Events Manager.
Performing other duties as assigned by the building principal or district administration.