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Roaming Cast

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$23/hr

Properly store and care for costumes, props, and puppets after performances * Log any costume ... for full-time employees. Deadline to Apply: 06/30/2026 All job applicants for duties to be ...

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Roaming Cast (Puppeteers)

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$23/hr

Log any costume repairs, prop issues, or performance notes * Participate in post-shift debriefs to ... full-time employees. Deadline to Apply: 06/30/26 All job applicants for duties to be performed at ...

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Roaming Cast (Suited)

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$23/hr

Log any costume repairs, prop issues, or performance notes * Participate in post-shift debriefs to ... for full-time employees. Deadline to Apply: 08/31/2026 All job applicants for duties to be ...

Casa Bonita

Roaming Cast

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$23/hr

Properly store and care for costumes, props, and puppets after performances * Log any costume ... for full-time employees. Deadline to Apply: 06/30/2026 All job applicants for duties to be ...

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How much do full time historical costume jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time historical costume in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a full time historical costume professional?

Full time historical costume professionals are individuals who specialize in researching, designing, creating, and maintaining clothing that accurately reflects specific historical periods. They often work in theaters, film and television productions, museums, or for reenactment organizations. Their job involves extensive knowledge of fabric, construction techniques, and the cultural context of the garments. These professionals may also be responsible for sourcing authentic materials and ensuring that costumes are both visually accurate and functional for performers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a historical costume designer?

To thrive as a Historical Costume Designer, you need expertise in fashion design, textile knowledge, garment construction, and an understanding of historical clothing periods, often supported by a degree in costume or fashion design. Familiarity with pattern-making software, sewing machines, and fabric sourcing systems is typically required, along with experience in costume research. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you collaborate with directors and bring period-accurate visions to life. These skills ensure costumes are both authentic and functional, enhancing storytelling and production quality in theater, film, or museum settings.

What are some of the unique challenges faced by professionals working full-time in historical costume design?

Professionals in full-time historical costume roles often encounter challenges such as sourcing authentic materials, maintaining historical accuracy while meeting production deadlines, and collaborating with directors or curators who may have differing interpretations of historical periods. Balancing creativity with strict research is essential, as costumes must reflect both the era and the practical needs of performers. Additionally, adapting designs to fit modern performers' sizes and comfort, while still honoring period-specific construction techniques, requires both flexibility and expertise.

What is the difference between Full Time Historical Costume vs Costume Designer?

AspectFull Time Historical CostumeCostume Designer
CredentialsCostume construction, sewing, historical researchDesign skills, fashion knowledge, sewing
Work EnvironmentTheatrical productions, film, TV, museumsFilm, TV, theater, fashion industry
Employer & IndustryProduction companies, museums, historical societiesFilm studios, theater companies, fashion houses
Search & Comparison IntentHistorical costume roles, costume constructionDesign roles, fashion costume creation

Full Time Historical Costume specialists focus on creating historically accurate costumes, often requiring research and sewing skills. Costume Designers develop overall visual concepts for productions, combining creativity with technical skills. While both roles involve costume work, the former emphasizes historical accuracy and craftsmanship, whereas the latter centers on design and visual storytelling.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Historical Costume job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,987 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Curator of Fashion, Lauren Amos Fashion Project

The Woodruff Arts Center

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Woodruff Arts Center employees play an integral role in creating and supporting great art and education initiatives at the nation's third largest arts center. Comprised of three Art Partners-Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and High Museum of Art-there's a role for everyone at The Woodruff.
Reports to:
Chief Curator
FLSA:
United States of America (Exempt)
Employment Status:
Regular/Full time
About the Role:
The High Museum of Art seeks an innovative and experienced curator with expertise in contemporary fashion to lead the program for its new endeavor, the Lauren Amos Fashion Project. With the North American premiere in fall of 2025 of "Viktor&Rolf. Fashion Statements," the High will mark the first exhibition associated with the Project.
Under the supervision of the Chief Curator, the Curator of Fashion will oversee all aspects of the museum's curatorial program for international contemporary fashion. Leveraging their established relationships with major global fashion houses, patrons, and colleagues, the new curator will be responsible for utilizing their experience and expertise to develop and manage visionary new exhibitions, organize and present affiliated educational programs and special events, and create and publish new scholarship. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability and success working with and cultivating fashion patrons, developing compelling exhibitions in the field, and managing complex international projects, teams, and budgets. While the museum does not actively collect fashion, the curator will be responsible for envisioning and developing a 5-year strategic plan for the Fashion Project, including an acquisition strategy for very select opportunities to add works by gift to the High's holdings of design. The curator will be committed to working creatively and collaboratively with a diverse group of High staff, patrons, and their network of national and international peers. The position is presently term-limited to five years.
Salary: $100,000
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
What you will do:
Exhibitions
  • Plan and manage the development of the High's fashion initiatives
  • Develop and manage highly creative exhibitions including proposing and organizing a major exhibition and select installations of fashion loans
  • Conceive and act as lead author for exhibition catalogues and fashion-related essays and all related texts, including digital content

Public Programs and Engagement
  • Collaborate effectively with the museum's department of Learning and Civic Engagement to develop, and lead public programs and community events related to fashion
  • Work in partnership with Learning and Civic Engagement staff to develop and produce related interpretive strategies and accompanying materials,
  • Conduct training for docents and provide new opportunities for community outreach

Patron Stewardship
  • Collaborate with the Development team and others to lead cultivation and stewardship of fashion patrons internationally, including regular participation in tours, events, and related activities
  • Foster and build excellent working relationships with existing and potential patrons, trustees, and museum colleagues across the country and abroad, as well as with the academic community, dealers, and collectors

Communications
  • Regularly and effectively communicate with museum staff, trustees, colleagues, and others to expand, and facilitate the program of fashion and to ensure that related content, including digital and social media, is creatively and accurately developed and represented
  • Provide tours of relevant exhibitions, respond to scholarly, public, and press inquiries as requested
  • Represent the museum in contemporary fashion circles, professional associations, symposia and other meetings and relevant events

What will we expect of you:
  • Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills with designers, colleagues, donors and the public
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as needed
  • Serve as a mentor to fellows, assistants, and interns
  • Exhibit high ethical and professional standards
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Must be resourceful, creative, flexible, and work positively with staff in a highly collaborative environment

Education and Experience
  • Minimum five years of experience in curatorial or academic work related to fashion
  • Advanced degree (M.A. or Ph.D.) in art history, costume history, or a related field
  • Demonstrated expertise in contemporary fashion; knowledge of fashion history of the modern era
  • A strong network in the international fashion world and a collaborative, creative mindset
  • Expertise in exhibition and program development and management, including budgets and both national and international collaborations

Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Some standing, walking, bending, frequent use of hands, stooping and light lifting
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

What you can expect from us/ Benefits of working here
  • Health Insurance
  • Life and AD&D
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • 403b (with employer match!)
  • Financial Wellness Program
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays (including employee's birthday!)
  • Discounts and complimentary offers to visit the High Museum, Alliance Theatre and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

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