Wardrobe Manager

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group • Long Beach, CA

5d • $20,600 - $22,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group is seeking a Seasonal Wardrobe Manager to lead all aspects of the wardrobe department for their Halloween attractions. This role involves ensuring costume standards, managing inventory, developing the wardrobe team, and overseeing vendor relationships. The Wardrobe Manager will play a crucial part in maintaining the visual consistency and quality of costumes from opening night through the final scare, ensuring every performer looks the part. This is a seasonal position based in Long Beach, CA, running from August 1, 2026, through November 15, 2026.

Requirements

• Proven experience in wardrobe management, costume supervision, or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a seasonal team.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Effective communicator and cross-departmental collaborator.
• Experience working with vendors and managing service contracts.
• Knowledge of costume care, maintenance, and industry best practices.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and all scheduled event dates throughout the season.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor the wardrobe team, providing clear direction to ensure high performance and a positive work environment.
• Oversee all team management functions including hiring, scheduling, coaching, and terminations in conjunction with HR.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and address challenges.
• Ensure all costumes and uniforms meet required standards of appearance, cleanliness, and functionality for each event.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director to review and approve costume looks, maintaining visual consistency and quality.
• Oversee costume fittings and alterations to ensure proper presentation throughout the season.
• Develop and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts, events, and production timelines.
• Coordinate with the General Manager, Makeup Department, and other teams to align wardrobe preparation with overall production schedules.
• Monitor daily progress and adjust staffing or workflows as needed to meet deadlines.
• Maintain inventory of all costumes, accessories, supplies, and equipment; order and track items to keep stock levels appropriate.
• Keep all wardrobe workspaces, dressing rooms, and storage areas organized, clean, and safety-compliant.
• Implement protocols for proper care, storage, and maintenance of all wardrobe assets.
• Manage the full laundry vendor relationship—selection, contract negotiation, ongoing communication, and performance evaluation.
• Address vendor issues promptly to maintain quality and timely delivery throughout the season.
• Serve as the primary wardrobe point of contact during events, handling last-minute changes, repairs, and real-time logistics challenges.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment across wardrobe, makeup, creative, and operations departments.
• Uphold the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and professionalism in all wardrobe operations.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $20600 - $22000 based on experience, paid out biweekly

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed