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How much do costume shop jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for costume shop in the United States is $27.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Costume Shop role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Costume Shop role, you need strong garment construction, sewing, and fabric knowledge, often supported by a degree or coursework in costume design or fashion. Familiarity with tools like industrial sewing machines, fabric dyeing techniques, and costume inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, time management, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with designers and performers. These abilities ensure high-quality, timely costume production and smooth operations in fast-paced theatrical or film environments.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a costume shop, and how can they be managed?

Working in a costume shop often involves managing tight deadlines, coordinating with multiple departments, and adapting to last-minute changes in production needs. Team members frequently collaborate with designers, performers, and directors to ensure costumes meet both creative and practical requirements. Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and clear communication are essential for handling these challenges effectively. Developing efficient workflow systems and maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders can help the team stay on track and deliver high-quality results.

What is a Costume Shop?

A costume shop is a specialized facility where costumes are designed, created, altered, stored, and maintained for theater, film, television, or special events. Staffed by costume designers, seamstresses, and other professionals, these shops provide clothing and accessories that help bring characters to life on stage or screen. They may also rent or sell costumes to individuals and organizations. Costume shops play a crucial role in the production process, ensuring that costumes meet the director’s vision and are ready for performances.

What is the difference between Costume Shop vs Costume Designer?

AspectCostume ShopCostume Designer
CredentialsTypically requires sewing, costume construction, and shop management skillsRequires design skills, fashion knowledge, and often a degree in costume design or related field
Work EnvironmentWorkshop or retail setting, producing costumes for productions or rentalsDesign studio or on-set, creating original costume concepts for performances
Employer & IndustryTheater companies, film productions, rental housesTheater companies, film and TV productions, fashion houses

While a costume shop focuses on constructing, maintaining, and supplying costumes, a costume designer is responsible for creating the visual concept and design of costumes for a production. Both roles are essential in the costume creation process but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Costume Shop job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,822 per year, or $27.3 per hour.
Costume Shop Specialist/Seamstres

Costume Shop Specialist/Seamstres

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

San Antonio, TX

$16/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

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6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 519 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 55 rated theme parks

Job description

Overview:

Costume Shop Specialist/Seamstress

Job Type:Seasonal
Pay Rate:$16/ hr.
Category:Entertainment
Location:Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

This is a seasonal position at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, in San Antonio, TX. It features a competitivehourly rate of $16.00with perks such as:Free entryto any Six Flags Park for all employees and a guest with each visit, additional complimentary tickets for friends and family, discount of merchandise for all employees, flexible scheduling, Dayforce Wallet and bi-weekly pay.


Responsibilities:

Fiesta Texas is looking for a Costume Shop Specialist with demonstrated experience in costume craftwork. This Costume Shop Specialist should be able to perform minor alterations, and assist with all aspects of costume care and production. Previous experience with laundry, wigs, make-up, costume accessories, costume character fabrication, and shoes preferred.

Project assistance:

  • Assist in day to day operation of show and park costume area including deliveries, pick-ups, trouble shooting, and communication.
  • Write and update checklists, laundry sheets, and size chart logs.
  • Assist in development and implementation of back area safety programs.
  • Assist production with performers backstage costume changes as needed

Costume care:

  • Provide specialized millinery services for costume pieces that are usually custom-made and require special cleaning/ handling.
  • Hand and machine altering.
  • Hand and commercial laundering.
  • Design new or alter costumes as required by production personnel.
  • Works closely with production personnel to ensure proper design and construction of costumes.
  • Responsible for fittings and measurements of performers.
  • Pattern cutting, alterations and sewing of costumes.
  • Contribute ideas and information for costume assembly.

Operation of specialized equipment:

  • Industrial steam irons.
  • Industrial sewing machines.
  • Washer & dryers.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT:

  • Operation of specialized equipment.
  • Utilize industrial steam irons, sewing machines, washers, dryers and park vehicles.
  • Responsible for daily delivery and pick-up of costumes, character costumes, and pieces.
  • Dressing the entertainers during quick costume changes throughout performances.
  • Pack costume/accessories for delivery and storage in an organized manner.
  • Write and update show checklists, laundry sheets, and size chart logs.
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of special requests.
  • Assist with other millinery duties.
  • Proper storage of all costume shop related items.
  • Performs functions to support the Costume Production Supervisor, full-time supervisors, and manager.

Qualifications:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have a valid driver license and the ability to operate company vehicles.
  • Supports department operations.
  • Works on special projects and other ad-hoc requests as assigned.
  • Must be available to work late nights when needed, as well as holidays and weekends.

OTHER NOTES:

  • Reports to Entertainment Supervisors and Coordinators
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