Wardrobe Supervisor/Costumer - College of Fine Arts

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Music is seeking a Wardrobe Supervisor/Costumer with demonstrable skills in stitching, draping, pattern drafting, and wardrobe supervision. The Costumer will serve as an on-site resource supervised by the School of Drama’s Costume Studio Manager in the School of Drama’s Costume Studio. Skills must include leadership, ability to listen and clearly explain/teach specific processes. Multi-tasking and time management skills are essential to complete tasks and projects according to a schedule established by the Studio Manager. In addition to being responsible for some construction, repair and alteration of opera costumes the Costumer will also create and implement plans for the successful load in, daily support, and load out of the production. Based upon professional models, the costumer will also train students in the appropriate skills to run a show and to manage the daily maintenance of production costume pieces. Knowledge of costume machinery to include but not limited to domestic and industrial sewing machines, overlock machines, and industrial irons. Advanced knowledge of garment construction materials, finishing methods, garment care, and backstage wardrobe skills are necessary. If you’re passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here! Your core responsibilities will include: Actual responsibilities will vary depending on job function. Functional areas could include audio, piano, print shop, etc. Other duties as assigned. Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Computing Services. Inclusion, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Requirements

• High School or GED
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• Successful background check
• OSHA - Hazardous Materials Safety Training
• demonstrable skills in stitching, draping, pattern drafting, and wardrobe supervision
• leadership
• ability to listen and clearly explain/teach specific processes
• Multi-tasking and time management skills
• Knowledge of costume machinery to include but not limited to domestic and industrial sewing machines, overlock machines, and industrial irons.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction materials, finishing methods, garment care, and backstage wardrobe skills

Responsibilities

• construction, repair and alteration of opera costumes
• create and implement plans for the successful load in, daily support, and load out of the production
• train students in the appropriate skills to run a show and to manage the daily maintenance of production costume pieces
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
• Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
• Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
• For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees