Draper

GOODMAN THEATRE•Chicago, IL

23h•$33 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Goodman Theatre is seeking a skilled and dedicated Draper to join their full-time costume shop staff. The staff draper will work alongside the head draper and costume shop manager to ensure that the shop runs smoothly through all phases of costume construction. Tailoring experience desired but not required.

Requirements

Previous draping experience required; tailoring experience desired
2 – 3 years professional costume shop experience required
Experience with both modern and period garments desired
Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks simultaneously
Model Behavior and values consistent with The Goodman’s Community Agreements and furthering The Goodman’s IDEAA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism and Access) goals.

Responsibilities

Oversee all phases of costume execution including but not limited to: Drape and draft patterns for builds and oversee alterations of existing garments
Instruct first hand and stitchers in the execution of builds and alterations
Work with the costume shop manager on labor estimates for shows and projects
Fit and adjust costumes in collaboration with the designer and actor
Participate in daily maintenance of the costume shop, storage spaces, supplies and equipment.