On-Call Wardrobe Technician - Mad Apple

Responsibilities

• Dress the artists for the performances
• Perform laundry and cleaning tasks
• Pre-set costume pieces
• Repair and maintain costume pieces as needed
• Attend artists trainings and show staging sessions
• Document maintenance practices and repair notes
• Maintain cue track documentation and participate in cue track rotation
• Work on show tracks including nightly show laundry and closing procedures
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and tracking of department's supplies and equipment
• Be available for required yearly safety classes
• Help with organization and cleanliness of the workspace
• Perform all other job-related duties as needed

Requirements

• Prior Show Dressing, laundry and wardrobe experience from a large-scale theatrical production
• Working knowledge of costume/shoe repair, painting, makeup, theatrical wigs, and millinery
• Previous experience working with home/commercial sewing machines and specialty machines
• At least 3 years of previous experience as a professional costume dresser, including experience in costume repairs and maintenance for a large-scale production show
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with co-workers
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• 10-hour OSHA course completion card required
• Previous experience working in a multicultural group environment
• Previous experience working in a similar theatrical setting

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• 10-hour OSHA course completion card required
• Right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization