Nutcracker Costume Coordinator

About the role

The Flint School of Performing Arts (FSPA) is looking for a Costume Coordinator to assist with the Nutcracker rehearsals and performances. Under the direction of the Dance Department Chair, the Costume Coordinator oversees the inventory and upkeep of all Nutcracker costume pieces.

Responsibilities

• Supervise costume fittings.
• Supervise and assist with alterations, repairs and new builds.
• Attend rehearsals and performances at Whiting.
• Make repairs as needed.
• Supervise the loading in and loading out of costumes at Whiting.
• Generate lists of missing costumes.
• Generate list of laundry not completed at Whiting and who will complete.
• Confirm when laundry will be returned to FIM wardrobe storage.
• Facilitate the cleaning of costumes.
• Coordinate with the Artistic Director and Wardrobe Staff on scheduling costume fittings, when alterations are to be complete and loading out.
• Coordinate with Artistic Director and Wardrobe Staff on setting up for costume fittings.
• Prepare lists of costumes for each role including all parts of costume; lists include dancer’s name, role and number assigned to costume pieces.
• Supervise the packing up of costumes to go to Whiting.
• Coordinate with Artistic Director on dressing room assignments and plan for quick changes.
• Print lists to be posted in dressing rooms and used by dancers and staff while in the theatre.
• Return costumes to the FIM Wardrobe Storage Room; remove plastic and cover with muslin.
• Return accessories to appropriate storage.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and computer skills.
• Ability to work with all ages, skill levels, and a diverse student pool.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal and external patrons.
• Ability to maintain a calm and cheerful manner when under pressure.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Parents of current dance students are ineligible for this position.

Pay

Non‑exempt position. Hourly rate of $21.38 for supervisory duties. Additionally, a contracted payment of $824 is paid after the last performance of Nutcracker for the coordination duties.

Schedule

Part‑time commitment runs late October (planning begins) through the first week of December. Approximate in‑person hours: M‑W before Thanksgiving 4:30‑9 PM; Fri & Sat following Thanksgiving 9‑5; following M/T 4:30‑9 PM; W‑F 4:30‑10 PM; Sat 3:30‑9:30 PM; Sun 12‑5 PM. Approximately 7 hours of planning and 63 hours of supervisory time are expected.

Benefits

The Flint School of Performing Arts offers tuition assistance.