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Columbia College Chicago

Costume Manager

Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We are in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of ... Develop budget estimates and build schedules based on preliminary designs and provide suggestions ...

Columbia College Chicago

Costume Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We are in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of ... Develop budget estimates and build schedules based on preliminary designs and provide suggestions ...

Columbia College Chicago

Costume Manager

Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We are in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of ... Develop budget estimates and build schedules based on preliminary designs and provide suggestions ...

AMDA

Assistant Costume Shop Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$33 - $34/hr

Knowledge of home and industrial sewing machines and sergers. * Knowledge of theatrical garment ... Fully in-person position based on AMDA's Hollywood campus in Los Angeles, California. * The regular ...

Columbia College Chicago

Costume Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We are in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of ... Develop budget estimates and build schedules based on preliminary designs and provide suggestions ...

AMDA

Assistant Costume Shop Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$33 - $34/hr

Knowledge of home and industrial sewing machines and sergers. * Knowledge of theatrical garment ... Fully in-person position based on AMDA's Hollywood campus in Los Angeles, California. * The regular ...

AMDA

Assistant Costume Shop Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Knowledge of home and industrial sewing machines and sergers. * Knowledge of theatrical garment ... Fully in-person position based on AMDA's Hollywood campus in Los Angeles, California. * The regular ...

AMDA

Assistant Costume Shop Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$33 - $34/hr

Knowledge of home and industrial sewing machines and sergers. * Knowledge of theatrical garment ... Fully in-person position based on AMDA's Hollywood campus in Los Angeles, California. * The regular ...

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How much do home based historical costume jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based historical costume in the United States is $26.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Historical Costume vs Costume Designer?

AspectHome Based Historical CostumeCostume Designer
CredentialsCostume construction, sewing skills, historical researchDesign degree, fashion or costume design experience
Work EnvironmentHome studio, freelance or small projectsFilm, theater, or TV production sets
Industry UsageHistorical reenactments, costume rentals, personal projectsMajor productions, studios, large-scale projects

Home Based Historical Costume creators focus on sewing and researching historical garments from their home, often working freelance or on small projects. Costume Designers typically work on larger productions, designing costumes for films, theater, or TV, often with formal education and in professional environments. While both roles involve costume creation, the scope, credentials, and work settings differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Home Based Historical Costume job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,282 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Theatre Costume Designer

The King's Academy

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

$6.0K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description:

Job Title: Theatre Costume Designer

Job Status: Part-Time, Seasonal

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt, Piece Rate

Department: Visual and Performing Arts

Reports to: VPA Specialist


Job Summary

TKA is a Christ-Centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for a Theatre Costume Designer who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-Centered mission. The Costume Designer is responsible for the artistic design, coordination, and implementation of costumes for all four theatrical productions. This individual will collaborate closely with directors, choreographers, technical staff, students, and volunteers to create costumes that support the storytelling, period, style, and vision of each production.

Requirements:

Essential Job Functions

Regular Activities

  • Attend production meetings, design meetings, and rehearsals as needed
  • Research historical periods, styles, and character needs within the script
  • Develop costume concepts and design presentations that align with the director’s vision
  • Create and/or assemble costumes to fit the production's design concept and budget
  • Coordinate costume fittings for cast members
  • Manage the Costume Parade for designer review
  • Manage a team of volunteers (fittings, Tech Week, and performances)
  • Instruct students in the care and maintenance of their costume piece
  • Oversee costume strike, cleaning, and proper storage post performances

Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • Familiarity with musical theatre productions
  • Prior experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication skills with students and adults
  • Sewing skills
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Proficient in utilizing Google Suite
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a production team.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends during production periods

Core Characteristics

  • Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ
  • Ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment
  • Strong leadership qualities and mentoring skills
  • Positive, flexible, resourceful and solution-oriented
  • Able to understand, love and relate to students
  • Must be active (or pursuing) community in a local Christian body of believers
  • Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Work will be performed on and off campus
  • Will move throughout the campus during the day
  • May occasionally have to lift up to 30-pounds
  • Work is generally performed intermittently, August - April
  • Days/hours vary based on production (includes nights and weekends).
  • The months listed are approximate, and the annual start and end date will be dictated by the school calendar and the department’s needs.

Salary & Benefits

  • Pay Grid: VPA Costumer
  • Pay Grid Range: $6,000 / year
    • The amounts listed above represent the pay for the entire production based on the routine hours that are expected to be worked. The actual pay will be determined by (1) applicable years of experience, (2) type of production being produced and (3) level of the production being produced. The starting pay listed reflects this position's minimum pay . The top pay range represents the top of the pay grid for this position. It is rare for a candidate to enter this position at the top of the pay grid. Most candidates can expect to enter in the lower to middle section of the pay grid, depending on experience and education.

Please Note:

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; therefore, this job description is subject to change.

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