Costumer / Theater Costume Designer, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp

About the role

Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC performing arts day camp in Newton, is seeking a creative and enthusiastic costumer to work with the Theater Director to design, create, and modify costumes for two fully-staged musical theater productions this summer.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Theater Director and theater team to prepare for two fully staged musicals, envisioning, designing and producing costumes and props for the shows.
• Involves the campers in costuming classes, teaching them sewing and new skills.
• Produces costumes and props for two fully-staged musical theater productions each summer, one every four weeks.
• Modifies existing costumes and props to fit campers as needed.
• Works under the direction of the Theater Director and collaborates closely with the camp theater production staff/team.
• Plans and leads Costuming Specialty Classes for campers daily; leads campers in creating costumes and props when appropriate.
• Mets deadlines and keeps to project budgets.
• Works with inclusion coordinator to facilitate accommodations as needed for campers with special needs to be able to participate with their peers fully.
• Displays flexibility and a positive attitude throughout the production process.

Qualifications

• High school degree preferred
• College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in musical theater, costume or fashion design preferred
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience planning and leading activities for children
• Portfolio or examples of projects preferred
• Customer service experience preferred

Skills

• Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow
• Passion and expertise in sewing and costume design and production
• Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities
• Excellent group management skills
• Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff
• Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities
• Creativity, flexibility and patience to adapt activities for diverse camper needs
• Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment
• Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed
• Self-starter who takes the initiative
• Able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed
• Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership

Benefits

• Seasonal Access To The JCC Fitness Center Includes Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman JCC during active seasonal employment
• Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs may be available for camp employees’ children based on availability.