Theatre Costume Designer

The King's Academy•Sunnyvale, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

TKA is a Christ-Centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for a Theatre Costume Designer who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-Centered mission. The Costume Designer is responsible for the artistic design, coordination, and implementation of costumes for all four theatrical productions. This individual will collaborate closely with directors, choreographers, technical staff, students, and volunteers to create costumes that support the storytelling, period, style, and vision of each production.

Requirements

Familiarity with musical theatre productions
Strong communication skills with students and adults
Sewing skills
Strong organizational and project management skills
Proficient in utilizing Google Suite
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a production team
Ability to work evenings and weekends during production periods
Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment
Strong leadership qualities and mentoring skills
Positive, flexible, resourceful and solution-oriented
Able to understand, love and relate to students
Must be active (or pursuing) community in a local Christian body of believers
Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement

Nice To Haves

Prior experience preferred

Responsibilities

Attend production meetings, design meetings, and rehearsals as needed
Research historical periods, styles, and character needs within the script
Develop costume concepts and design presentations that align with the director’s vision
Create and/or assemble costumes to fit the production's design concept and budget
Coordinate costume fittings for cast members
Manage the Costume Parade for designer review
Manage a team of volunteers (fittings, Tech Week, and performances)
Instruct students in the care and maintenance of their costume piece
Oversee costume strike, cleaning, and proper storage post performances