Theatrical Services Dresser

About the role

As a key member of our team, you’ll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you’re dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Responsibilities

• Perform daily costume maintenance such as laundry, hand and machine sewing repairs, paint touch-ups, and tidying of backstage change areas
• Set up and operate daily performances and special events as a stagehand or dresser
• Assist with fittings and alterations, as well as general technician crew calls during rehearsal and production
• Organize and perform quick changes during up to six 30-minute shows per day
• Ensure assignments are met and department policies are adhered to
• Assist Production team with installations for new shows, special events, or consumer events
• Monitor and take initiative to ensure assigned show area is 100% show-ready, safe, and clean at all times
• Work with Stage Manager to complete assigned daily tasks and project list items
• Pursue personal development of skills and capabilities for effective performance through ongoing training, project assistance, and independent study
• Demonstrate and encourage a positive-attitude work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Possession of a valid state driver’s license required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum 2 years working in the field of costumes in film or theatre; dressing, wardrobe, stitching, or laundry applies
• Ability to work professionally, responsibly, and safely in a team environment
• Be comfortable operating computers and computerized control systems used in theatrical performances
• Have good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally via headset
• Ability to climb a ladder and work at heights between 6 and 65 feet
• Ability to stand, bend, or kneel for long periods of time
• Be able to bend, reach, twist, and turn with complete flexibility
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds
• Be comfortable working in theater and outdoor environments (dark/nighttime conditions, in/around water, in varying weather conditions)
• Be comfortable working around animals
• Be comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
• Ability to train on and properly use protective gear
• Be comfortable working around fumes, dust, and odor
• Available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e., be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as event rehearsal shifts

Qualifications

• Attendance at a 4-year university with a theatre major or correlating experience preferred
• Wig experience is a plus
• Use of industrial sewing machines, craftwork, wig and hair styling, and makeup application preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook equal to business needs preferred

Pay

$16.50 per hour USD

Benefits

• Free park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways