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Skydance

Associate Costume Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$67 - $75/hr

Partner with Costume Design Assistants by tracking assignments, giving notes, doing draw overs all while keeping in mind quality set by department leads * Creative problem solving * Implement ...

Skydance

Associate Costume Designer

Santa Monica, CA

$67 - $75/hr

Partner with Costume Design Assistants by tracking assignments, giving notes, doing draw overs all while keeping in mind quality set by department leads * Creative problem solving * Implement ...

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How much do set costumer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for set costumer in California is $16.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.88 and $16.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get a job as a set costumer?

To become a set costumer, you should gain experience in costume design, wardrobe management, or related fields, often through internships or entry-level positions in theater, film, or television. Strong organizational skills, knowledge of costume construction, and familiarity with industry tools like costume tracking software are important. Building a professional portfolio and networking within the entertainment industry can also improve job prospects.

What does a set costumer do?

A Set Costumer is responsible for maintaining, managing, and adjusting costumes during filming or live performances. They ensure continuity by keeping costumes consistent between scenes, perform quick changes for actors, and handle minor repairs or adjustments. They work closely with the costume designer, wardrobe supervisor, and other on-set teams to ensure actors' costumes align with the production's visual and storytelling needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a set costumer?

To thrive as a Set Costumer, you need a strong understanding of garment care, costume history, and on-set continuity, often supported by experience in costume departments or formal training in costume design. Familiarity with tools like continuity software (e.g., SyncOnSet), sewing machines, and standard wardrobe kit supplies is important. Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and strong communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are critical for ensuring wardrobe consistency, quick changes, and seamless collaboration with cast and crew during production.

What is the role of a set costumer?

A set costumer is responsible for designing, sourcing, and maintaining costumes for a production, ensuring they fit the director's vision and the characters' needs. They collaborate with costume designers, actors, and wardrobe teams, often working within a production schedule and using costume design software or sewing skills.

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Infographic showing various Set Costumer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, and 44% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,644 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Associate Costume Designer

Skydance

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$67 - $75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Skydance Animation is seeking an Associate Costume Designer to join the studio's Costume Department. Reporting to the Head of Costume Design, the Associate Costume Designer will expand upon and support the development of wardrobe concepts established in collaboration with the broader Visual Development team and film leadership.
This role ensures the creative vision is carried through consistently, while identifying opportunities to enhance storytelling and elevate character performance through research and design. Additionally, this position will also bring technical expertise in costume packeting, supported by a solid foundation in garment construction, tailoring, fabrics, and sewing techniques.
The ideal candidate brings prior experience in animation visual development, has a passion for how costume design enhances storytelling, and is highly detail orientated.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the development and visual styles of costumes alongside the Head of Costume Design and Production Designer by following the Director's overall vision for story, character development, and visual tone
  • Drive costume research in support of the films vision
  • Visually explore research by pitching, iterating, adapting, and designing different costumes taking into consideration leaderships notes and feedback
  • Create costume style guide and apply approved design language to primary, secondary, tertiary, and crowds
  • Resolve design issues with Production Designer, Lead Character Designer, and rest of Visual Development team
  • Provide and share expertise on clothing styles, fabrics, fabrication techniques, and patterns to align with the narratives, character, and show designs
  • Prepare detailed costume packets alongside Costume Design Assistants considering downstream departments by including and advising on information such as textiles, fabric properties, and garment construction including pattern making and draping
  • Partner with Costume Design Assistants by tracking assignments, giving notes, doing draw overs all while keeping in mind quality set by department leads
  • Creative problem solving
  • Implement feedback promptly ensuring deadlines are met
  • Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture within the larger Production and Art team

Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience working as a visual development artist on animated projects and 1+ years working on costume designs in visual development, theater, live action, or related field
  • Education in Fashion Design, Costume Design, Toy Design, or Art preferred
  • Self-starter and organizer with the ability to drive all production needs keeping mind production pipeline and deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare detailed costume packets for downstream animation departments that inform final design execution
  • Knowledge of costume terminology, methods, practices, and techniques
  • Proficiency in drawing (including human and animal anatomy), design, perspective, composition, painting, lighting and color theory
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
  • Requirement to be, or become, a member in good standing of the Animation Guild (Local 839)

The compensation range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA is $67.00-75.00/hour. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate's location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
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