Theatre Costume Technician (Continuous)

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About the Role

The Theatre Costume Technician supports the production of theater technical operations in the costume area, in collaboration with the costume area staff/faculty. The incumbent helps support the costume technician during the various student-run productions throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Costume construction, alteration, and finishing work
• Costume patterning, draping, and cutting
• Costume restocking and costume goods inventory
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Equivalent to one to two years of experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company engaged in costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, and/or sound/audio production or related field; or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Skills

• General knowledge of methods and problems related to costume production, working knowledge of design principles, and the ability to translate design specifications into applicable costume production
• Working knowledge of and ability to use patterns, methods, materials, and equipment involved in the construction and reconstruction of costumes and related accessories
• Foundation knowledge of applicable software packages for costume production and the ability to use standard features
• Ability to identify and appropriate materials and supplies needed for projects and manage materials budgets for production specialty and specific projects

Pay

The anticipated hiring range is $21.47 - $26.16 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $21.47 - $31.27 per hour.

Schedule

Intermittent, on-call; hours and schedule vary. This is a temporary position; end date to be determined.

Applications are currently being accepted to establish a Performing Arts Technician pool through June 30, 2025, or until an adequate amount of applications have been received. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily.