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Historic Hudson Valley

Character Greeter

NY · On-site

$25/hr

Description Historic Hudson Valley (HHV) is a Westchester-based cultural non-profit that welcomes ... Costume Maintenance: Properly wear, care for, and safely store the costume, which involves lifting ...

Owens Community College

Must have knowledge of costume design and construction methods as well as stage makeup application techniques. * Candidates are considered for any of the following backgrounds: costume history ...

Boston Ballet

Draper

Boston, MA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

In depth knowledge of ballet costumes, costume history, construction, and historic patterns * The willingness and desire to learn and teach new methods * Knowledge of machinery used in costume ...

Boston Ballet

Draper

Boston, MA

$65K - $70K/yr

In depth knowledge of ballet costumes, costume history, construction, and historic patterns * The willingness and desire to learn and teach new methods * Knowledge of machinery used in costume ...

SUNY Geneseo

Adjunct Lecturer - Theatre

Geneseo, NY · On-site

THEA 233 Stage Make-up * THEA 234 History of Western Costume through the 18th Century * THEA 241 Fundamentals of Design for the Theatre * THEA 254 History of Western Costume Since the 18th Century ...

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How much do historical costume jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for 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 historical costume?

A Historical Costume job involves designing, creating, or curating period-accurate clothing for theater, film, museums, or reenactments. Professionals in this field research historical fashion, source authentic materials, and use traditional sewing techniques to replicate garments from specific time periods. They may work as costume designers, textile conservators, or wardrobe specialists to ensure historical accuracy in productions or exhibitions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the historical costume position, and why are they important?

To thrive in historical costume design, you need strong skills in fashion design, garment construction, period research, and an understanding of textile history, often supported by a relevant degree or certification in costume or fashion design. Familiarity with sewing machines, pattern-making software, and historical reference databases is essential for accuracy and efficiency. Attention to detail, creativity, strong communication, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for collaborating with directors, performers, and other designers. These combined abilities ensure historically accurate, visually impactful costumes that enhance productions and meet rigorous professional standards.

What are some common challenges faced by historical costume professionals, and how are they addressed?

One of the main challenges in historical costume work is balancing historical accuracy with practicality and budget constraints. Designers must frequently adapt authentic styles to suit modern materials, the needs of performers, and the demands of the production schedule. Effective collaboration with directors, set designers, and wardrobe supervisors is essential to ensure costumes function well on stage or screen while maintaining the desired aesthetic. Professionals often address these challenges through thorough research, creative problem-solving, and strong project management skills, leading to successful and authentic visual storytelling.

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Infographic showing various 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.

Historic Tour Guide

City of Winston-Salem

Winston Salem, NC

$15.76/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

City Of Winston-Salem rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

311th of 854 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Description Conducts guided tours and educational programs in costume with groups of varying ages, educates visitors about Moravian history, answers visitor questions and provides directions; serves as gift shop sales staff; does related work as required. Typical Qualifications Minimum high school degree required; experience working in the field of education or working at a historic site; experience in speaking to the public and providing customer service, ability to work independently and as a team; interest in history and natural science is helpful. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Period costume is provided (excluding shoes).

Supplemental Information PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maneuver up to 1 mile on uneven terrain and be able to work with small and large objects; must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time when needed (2 hours or more), must possess good communication skills; should have energetic personality and a fresh perspective. The City of Winston-Salem does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, sex, color, age, political affiliation, national origin, religion or disability in its employment opportunities, programs, services or activities.

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