Wardrobe Technician - Full Time (Flamingo LV)

Caesars Entertainment • Las Vegas, NV

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the daily and long term maintenance and construction of Theatrical Costumes. Must be comfortable dressing male performers.

Requirements

• Five years professional work in theatrical production and/or live performance venues.
• Must possess excellent skills in basic machine sewing, hand sewing, repairing, and maintaining feathers, costumes, shoes, and wigs.
• Must be able to execute very quick changes with accuracy while working in a dim environment
• Must be able to learn multiple dressing tracks and adapt to a frequently changing show lineup
• Must be self-motivated and be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.
• Must be able to adapt to a show that changes from night to night and sometimes on the spot.
• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the Theater.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and carry 40 pounds up and down stairs multiple times a night.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, kneel, twist, and grip items when necessary.
• Must be able to climb stairs and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that may present stressful situations at times.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
• Must possess an up-to-date OSHA 10 Certification.
• Must be a member of the Local 720 IATSE Union with an A-list standing.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with Drag shows preferred.
• Tailoring, alteration, quick change rigging, and costume building skills preferred.
• Jewelry, rhinestone and bead repair skills would be a perk.

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible and respectful to costumes provided by production and/or performers.
• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to repairs, presets, strike, laundering, and proper storage of the Costumes.
• Evaluates industry developments and recommends appropriate uses to management.
• Assures all products meet standards set by the department.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Works as directed by the Technical Manager in the Venue.
• Must be proficient in the maintenance of all forms of wardrobe closures, feathers, sequins, and fishnets among others.
• Must be able to run a dresser cue track full of highly specialized costumes that may involve corsets, snaps, showgirl backpacks, and quick changes on a show that can vary nightly.
• Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed