Wardrobe Second Hand

Folger Shakespeare Library

2d • $24 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Folger Theatre is seeking a Wardrobe Second Hand to join its Wardrobe staff for the November 2026 Opera Lafayette rental. The production takes place at the Folger Shakespeare Library. The performance schedule is November 14–15, with load-in and technical rehearsals November 10–13. The position reports to the Costume Supervisor and Opera Lafayette’s Production Manager. It is hourly and weekly-paid at $24 per hour, with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in one week. Mileage for required transportation is reimbursed.

The role supports the costume supervisor and wardrobe head in creating and maintaining costumes and running the production. The Wardrobe Second Hand assists with wardrobe load-in and load-out, dressing-room setup, stitching, costume maintenance, upkeep of wardrobe areas, and quick changes, as well as transportation, shopping, and errands. The role also promotes a safe and healthy work environment alongside other team members.

The position operates in a professional theatre environment. Staff, contractors, and visitors working or visiting onsite are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination unless granted a medical or religious exemption. Masks are required in shared or public onsite spaces until further notice.

Requirements

• Be self-starting, detail-oriented, and reliable.
• Have basic knowledge of sewing, ironing, altering, and laundering.
• Have wardrobe running crew experience.
• Have a driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Be able to climb stairs, stand and kneel for extended periods, lift 20 pounds, and work effectively in a low-light environment.
• Be able to operate sewing machines, clothing steamers, irons, and other wardrobe-related machinery.
• Have the manual dexterity to operate hair and wig maintenance tools and perform hand sewing repairs.
• Be able to communicate in person or through video, phone, or electronic methods in a manner others can understand.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with hair and makeup is desirable.
• Professional theatre industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist the costume supervisor and wardrobe head with costume creation and maintenance and with running the production.
• Transport materials and complete shopping and errands.
• Assist with wardrobe load-in and load-out.
• Set up dressing rooms.
• Perform stitching and costume maintenance.
• Maintain wardrobe areas.
• Facilitate quick changes.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment alongside other team members.

Benefits

• Fully covered health, dental, and vision insurance.
• A generous 403(b) match.
• Ability to earn overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in one week.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed