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On-Call Wardrobe Technician - O

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group · Las Vegas, NV · 3 wk ago
OTHRFull-time

About the role

We are looking for an On-Call Wardrobe Technician to join our O Wardrobe team. The main objective of this role is to pre-set costume pieces, dress the artists for performances, and perform laundry and cleaning tasks. As an ambassador of the O Wardrobe Team, you will collaborate with artists and other technical teams to ensure a smooth-running show both on-stage and off.

If you enjoy using your theatrical skills with a team of industry professionals, this position offers the opportunity to apply your show training and costuming expertise in a creative environment on one of our most popular Legacy Shows in Las Vegas.

Responsibilities

  • Dress artists, clean, launder, repair, and maintain costumes, headpieces, and accessories
  • Perform pre-show costume checks, pre-set and running show tracks, nightly show laundry, and closing procedures
  • Maintain cue track documentation and participate in cue track rotation and trainings
  • Repair and maintain costume pieces using professional tools and machinery
  • Attend artist trainings and show staging sessions as needed
  • Document maintenance practices and repair notes
  • Assist with inventory, ordering, and tracking of department supplies and equipment
  • Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, including costume maintenance, show calls, and PR events
  • Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to all established safety policies and procedures
  • Complete required yearly safety classes
  • Help organize and maintain cleanliness of the workspace
  • Perform additional job-related duties, such as updating time tracking systems, assisting with PR events, and keeping inventory records current

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
  • Experience with home/commercial sewing machines and specialty machines
  • At least 3 years of professional experience as a costume dresser, including costume repairs and maintenance for a large-scale production
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to pass a swim test
  • Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)
  • Ability to obtain an OSHA 10 course completion card
  • Experience working in a multicultural group environment
  • Experience in a similar theatrical setting
  • Ability to perform essential job functions, including crouching, kneeling, standing, and lifting (up to 50 lbs unassisted) for extended periods
  • Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

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