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Reporting to the Technical Director, The Costume Coordinator is responsible for implementing all costume design elements within the pre-established budget and for costume maintenance of the shows. This position will oversee, educate, train, and guide all volunteers who are involved in costume design and the costume crews for the productions. The Costume Coordinator is also responsible for oversight and maintenance of the costume shop and equipment, as well as the costume stock. The Costume Coordinator will directly advance our educational mission of helping people to grow creatively through teamwork on theatrical productions.
Job Responsibilities
PRODUCTION:
Work closely with the Production Staff, making recommendations for any Guest Costume Designers. Artistic Director will make the formal offer to each Designer.
When acting as Costume Designer for any production, attend all Director’s Vision, Production Team Feedback, Design Presentation, and Production Meetings. Anticipate and communicate to Technical Director the ideal number of volunteers for Costume Crew for each production, as well as any Costume needs to be considered.
Work with the Technical Director to create benchmark Costume dates for each production of the season.
Provide leadership and oversight for all members of Costume Crew, including orientation, training, and clear communication of expectations and schedule.
Obtain actor measurements for each Company. Schedule Costume Fitting appointments for each actor.
Pull or create all rehearsal costume pieces and footwear as requested by Director for promotional photo shoots, television spots and special appearances.
Provide leadership and oversight of the Costume Crew, working with volunteers and Guest Designers to delegate appropriate tasks and successfully complete the costume build and finishing for each production.
Assign costume changes to members of the Costume Crew to ensure maximum accountability, smooth flow, and support for the actors backstage during the production. Provide training for Costume Crew members on smooth quick-change process.
Observe Designer Run from the house, noting all needed costume adjustments and alterations.
Maintain all wardrobe pieces including mending, stitching, altering, laundering and/or replacing items as necessary throughout the run of each production.
Provide leadership during Strike, ensuring that all costume pieces and footwear are sorted and returned to the appropriate storage area and costume shop is fully restored.
Provide regular maintenance of the costume shop and costume storage to best support productions, events, classes, and camps.
Provide notification and recommendations to Executive Director for capital expenditures needed to replace costume shop tools and equipment.
Ensure that Guest Designers work within budgetary guidelines for each production. Provide advice on purchases, vendors, and service providers.
Submit all costume receipts to office in a timely manner.
If a volunteer Designer is not available, the Costume Coordinator will serve as the Costume Designer for the production.
Pull costume pieces as requested for classes, workshops, and camps.
Instruct special workshops as requested.
COSTUME SHOP “RENTAL” RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain Costume Shop rental hours (by appointment).
Return all costume request calls and emails in a timely manner.
Fill out costume forms with items borrowed clearly listed.
Submit donations and forms to office as collected.
Maintain communication with Office Manger on any daytime questions for returns and pickups.
Qualifications
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED with 2 years or more of relevant work experience in the field.
Compensation: Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience for similar positions within the non-profit performing arts industry.
Key Competencies:
Ability to work in a collaborative learning environment that emphasizes the creative process as well as the final product.
Ability to work calmly under pressure.
Knowledge of theatre production operations and procedures.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of costume construction.
Proficient in hand and machine sewing, crafts, and millinery.
Proficient in operating domestic and industrial sewing machinery.
Ability to train and manage wardrobe volunteers.
Proficient in Excel, Word, Google Docs.
Strong, effective organizational and communication skills and ability to interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Some evening and weekend work required.
How to Apply: DreamWrights is an equal opportunity employer and is interested in receiving candidates from a broad spectrum of people. Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements addressing your specific skills related to this position.
