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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for costume professor in the United States is $53,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29,000.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Costume Professor teaches and researches costume design, history, and construction, typically in a university or theater program. They guide students in designing and creating costumes for stage and film productions, incorporating historical and technical knowledge. Additionally, they may collaborate with theater departments, mentor student designers, and contribute to academic scholarship in costume studies.

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To excel as a Costume Professor, you generally need a background in costume design, theatre production, and postsecondary teaching, often including an MFA or a PhD in a related field. Expertise with technical tools such as computer-aided design (CAD) software, pattern-making programs, and familiarity with textiles and construction techniques is highly valuable. Strong communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help you engage students and collaborate with colleagues on departmental and production needs. These competencies are critical for effectively teaching students, leading research, and contributing to successful costume departments or theatre productions.

What are the typical work environments and collaborative opportunities for a costume professor?

Costume Professors typically work in university or college theatre departments, balancing classroom instruction with hands-on workshop and production responsibilities. You may collaborate with other faculty members, production staff, and students to design and create costumes for theatrical performances, which fosters a dynamic, creative work environment. This role often involves mentoring students both in academic coursework and during live productions, providing valuable real-world experience. Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and involvement in professional organizations can also support your continued growth and networking within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Costume Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 5% Temporary. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $53,813 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

CUPE - Winter 2027 - THE1101 D - Introduction to the Practice of Theatre: Backstage

Uottawa

Campus, IL • On-site

$33.83 - $53.31/hr

Part-time

PTO

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Job description

Posting Reason:

New Position

Location where work is to be performed:

Main Campus

Session:

2027 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiver

Faculty:

Faculte des arts / Faculty of Arts

Unit:

Department of Theatre_Students and Casuals

Job Classification:

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Cours precis / Specific course

Course Title:

Introduction to the Practice of Theatre: Backstage

Course Code:

THE1101

Section:

D

Supervisor name (if known):

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/08/14

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/08/28

Description of tasks (hours):

Unless specified below, specific allocation of hours to various tasks should be articulated in a description of work negotiated and signed by you and the supervising professor prior to the commencement of work.

Recherche / Research:0Preparation / Preparation:0Contact avec etudiants / Contact with Students:0Correction - Notation / Grading:0Surveillance / Proctoring:0Formation / Training:0Autre / Other:0

Number of positions:

1

Expected Enrolment:

60

Work Start Date:

janvier 01, 2027

Work End Date:

avril 30, 2027

Total Work Hours:

65

Hourly Rate:

AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 ou/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)

The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31.

Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.

These rates do not included vacation pay nor statutory pay.

These rates will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified. Retro will be paid after the ratification.

Language of Work:

Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work:

Completed B.A. Honours in theatre or in a relevant field of studies, working knowledge of technical theatre practices including an understanding of basic techniques of production, stage management, production manager, lighting, sound, costume maintenance, set construction, props, shop safety, 1st aid. Practical experience as a technician, director, actor, stage manager or production manager in the professional theatre.

Additional Information and/or Comments:

Specific tasks to be fixed with the professor

All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement; you can click here to find out more.

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 - Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

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