Costume Shopper

Oregon Shakespeare Festival•Ashland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) is seeking an organized, resourceful, and collaborative Costume Shopper to support our Costume Department during the 2027 costume build season. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys sourcing materials, managing details, and keeping multiple projects moving in a creative, fast-paced environment. As Costume Shopper, you’ll support Costume Project Managers and the Associate Costume Director by coordinating in-person and online purchases, returns, deliveries, inventory, and purchasing documentation. You’ll help ensure costume teams have the materials and supplies they need while maintaining accurate records and supporting smooth day-to-day shop operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 1 year of experience supporting costumes in community, educational, or professional theatre
Organized and able to prioritize tasks independently and collaboratively
Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and cloud-based systems
Able to adapt quickly as priorities and production needs change
Valid driver’s license and comfortable driving OSF cars or vans

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the theatrical costume build process
Experience as a Design Assistant
Understanding of costume terminology that respectfully addresses identities, body proportions, hair textures, and skin tones

Responsibilities

Complete online and in-person purchases and returns for costume projects and general shop needs.
Receive packages, verify products and quantities, organize receipts, and maintain accurate purchasing records.
Drive to vendors, the shoe cobbler, and OSF’s Ashland and Talent campuses to purchase, return, pick up, and deliver costume items.
Assist with credit card reconciliation by researching transactions and tracking missing receipts.
Update inventory and vendor information, receive general shop supplies, and create stock tags.
Help maintain organized, clean, and sanitized Costume Department workspaces and equipment.