Costume Shop Intern
About The Position
The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our interactions with designers, directors, performers, and choreographers, to costume builds and alterations. Internships are tailored to the skills and interests of the individual student. Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience (sewing, crafting, and more) in a fast-paced environment- Musicals, Concert Dance, Drama/Comedy, and Opera are all worked on at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Specific skills for stage costuming are practiced, including stretch fabrics for dance pieces, how to rig a costume for a quick change, and how to make a costume easily alterable for many wearers. Tracking, labeling, sorting, and recording all costume items are the foundation of our work. Will train on industrial machines.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Experience in Costume, Fashion, Technical Theater, or related fields
- Strong interest in stage costuming
- Basic foundation in garment construction
- Proficient in operating a sewing machine
Responsibilities
- Assist with costume fittings as needed
- Assist with organization of costume pieces for theater, dance, and opera productions
- Assist with labeling of costume pieces
- Assist with alterations from fittings
- Assist with costume crafts as needed
- Assist with small builds as needed
- Assist with maintenance and upkeep of all costume facilities
- Assist with setup and teardown of fitting areas as needed
- Assist with administrative duties as needed
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
