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Costume Shop Intern

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with costume fittings as needed Assist with organization of costume pieces for theater, dance, and opera productions Assist with ...

Freelance Costume Tech

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... Opera Costume Shop Department with all aspects that are involved in the realization and production ... Other Duties Assist the Costume Shop Supervisor and Head of Costumes on department projects from ...

$76K - $84K/yr

LA Opera is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support key financial operations ... Analyze key trial balance accounts and assist the Controller with financial analysis and special ...

$20 - $25/hr

... Opera Costume Shop Department with all aspects that are involved in the realization and production ... Other Duties Assist the Costume Shop Supervisor and Head of Costumes on department projects from ...

Senior Staff Accountant

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$76K - $84K/yr

LA Opera is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support key financial operations ... Analyze key trial balance accounts and assist the Controller with financial analysis and special ...

About the Houston Grand Opera The mission of HGO is to enrich our diverse community through the art ... Free tickets to our mainstage and community productions and events. Key Responsibilities * Develop ...

About the Houston Grand Opera The mission of HGO is to enrich our diverse community through the art ... Free tickets to our mainstage and community productions and events. Key Responsibilities * Develop ...

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Costume Shop Intern

Boston, MA โ€ข On-site

Boston Conservatory
201 - 500 employees

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

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Job description

The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our interactions with designers, directors, performers, and choreographers, to costume builds and alterations. Internships are tailored to the skills and interests of the individual student. Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience (sewing, crafting, and more) in a fast-paced environment- Musicals, Concert Dance, Drama/Comedy, and Opera are all worked on at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Specifi c skills for stage costuming are practiced, including sewing stretch fabrics for dance pieces, how to rig a costume for a quick change, and how to make a costume easily alterable for many wearers. Tracking, labeling, sorting, and recording all costume items are the foundation of our work. Will train on industrial machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with costume fittings as needed

Assist with organization of costume pieces for theater, dance, and opera productions

Assist with labeling of costume pieces

Assist with alterations from fittings

Assist with costume crafts as needed

Assist with small builds as needed

Assist with maintenance and upkeep of all costume facilities

Assist with setup and teardown of fitting areas as needed

Assist with administrative duties as needed

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma

Experience in Costume, Fashion, Technical Theater, or related fields

Strong interest in stage costuming

Basic foundation in garment construction

Proficient in operating a sewing machine

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor environments, some with low light: costume shop, stages, backstage areas, dressing rooms, laundry room.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, ETC:

Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and climb ladders up to 12ft

Seated and standing positions, crouching, kneeling

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

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