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ALLEY THEATRE

Overhire Costume Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.50/hr

Experience with domestic and/or industrial sewing machines, and other applicable equipment common to costume workrooms. * Knowledge of clothing materials, fabrics, notions and proven ability to work ...

The Buckle

Seamstress/Tailor

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Use Buckle provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterations. * Measure and mark alteration lines. * Pin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress.

Buckle

Seamstress/Tailor

The Woodlands, TX

$15 - $18.50/hr

Use Buckle provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterations. * Measure and mark alteration lines. * Pin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress.

Buckle

Seamstress/Tailor

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Use Buckle provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterations. * Measure and mark alteration lines. * Pin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress.

ALLEY THEATRE

Overhire Costume Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.50/hr

Experience with domestic and/or industrial sewing machines, and other applicable equipment common to costume workrooms. * Knowledge of clothing materials, fabrics, notions and proven ability to work ...

Superprof

Sewing Private Tutoring Jobs

Houston, TX

$20 - $80/hr

Company Profile Superprof is the leading tutoring platform in the USA, connecting passionate individuals with eager learners. We operate in over 63 countries, making education accessible to everyone ...

Amentum

Softgood Engineering Technologist

Houston, TX · On-site

Perform sewing machine maintenance, repair, and custom modifications to tailor the sewing machine for unique stitching operations * Create patterns and develop mockups for verifying fit and function ...

Pae

Softgood Engineering Technologist

Houston, TX · On-site

Perform sewing machine maintenance, repair, and custom modifications to tailor the sewing machine for unique stitching operations * Create patterns and develop mockups for verifying fit and function ...

Alsco Inc

Mender

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

The Mender/Seamstress repairs damaged textiles using patching/sewing machines and by hand, according to production standards. May also sew on items such as name patches, labels or embroidery.

Alsco Inc

Mender

Houston, TX

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

The Mender/Seamstress repairs damaged textiles using patching/sewing machines and by hand, according to production standards. May also sew on items such as name patches, labels or embroidery.

Alsco Inc

Mender

Houston, TX

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

The Mender/Seamstress repairs damaged textiles using patching/sewing machines and by hand, according to production standards. May also sew on items such as name patches, labels or embroidery.

Alsco Inc

Stockroom Worker

Houston, TX · On-site

Use label sealing machinery or sewing machine. - Prepare garments according to route, customer and individual user, then place into route carts/bins for loading into delivery vehicles or designated ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for sewing in Spring, TX is $16.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.89 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Overhire Costume Technician

Overhire Costume Technician

ALLEY THEATRE

Houston, TX • On-site

$17.50/hr

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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

OVERVIEW
Founded in 1947 by Nina Vance, the Alley Theatre is a pioneer of regional theatre, and one of the leading nonprofit theatre companies in the United States. The Alley has been awarded the prestigious Regional Theatre Tony Award® and the Texas Medal of Arts Award. The Alley has transferred productions to Broadway, Off-Broadway, major European Festivals, and to 40 American cities. Unique among regional theatres, the Alley is committed to maintaining a Resident Acting Company and providing them with work year-round. Nationally recognized directors, actors, playwrights, and designers from across the country have regularly joined the Resident Acting Company.
Rob Melrose, Artistic Director at the Alley, took over as artistic leader of the organization in 2019. His vision for the future of the Alley is both thrilling and ambitious. His strategic goals include upholding the Alley's artistic excellence, keeping longtime Alley Theatre devotees eager to return each season, and creating productions and cultivating new audiences.
Rob Melrose and Incoming Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein along with Alley's leadership team are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves.
The Alley Theatre seeks local theatre technicians to fill Overhire crew positions. These positions are hourly, eligible for over time and hired on a per-show basis. No travel or housing compensation is available for these positions. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work in team-focused environments, and a desire to immerse themselves in the technical theatre process.
JOB STATEMENT
Overhire Costume Technicians have the potential to be contracted in a variety of capacities including as the Cutter/Draper, Tailor, First Hand, Stitcher, or Craftsperson based on skill, interest, and prior experience.
JOB DUTIES
  • Costume Construction Experience - ideally with skills in one or more of the following areas:
    • Cutter/Draper: Primarily drapes, patterns, and fits any built costumes, or fits, alters, and refurbishes pulled, rented, and or borrowed costumes. This position may require supervisor, or team-leading, responsibilities.
    • Tailor: Primarily responsible for the creation and adaptation of tailored menswear and womenswear, which may include patterning, fitting, altering, or refurbishing built, pulled, rented, or borrowed costumes. This position may require supervisor, or team-leading, responsibilities.
    • First Hand: Primarily assists the Draper or Tailor in the construction of new costumes, or the adaptation of bought, rented, or pulled costumes for use in a production. This position may require supervisory responsibilities.
    • Stitcher: Primarily builds, alters, and finishes all assigned costumes.
    • Craftsperson: Primarily constructs, refurbishes, and/or adapts costume accessory items (including but not limited to shoes, hats, masks, jewelry, fans, gloves, prosthetics, etc.), and assists in the construction of unusual costumes (fantasy, animals, etc.).
  • Complete special projects as assigned by the Costume Director.
  • Attend fittings and Dress Rehearsals as requested by Costume Director.
  • Actively engage in education and development of anti-oppressive and inclusive practices and policies in the scene shop and theatre wide.
  • Related duties as required by specific position contracted.

In addition to the duties listed above, the Alley Theatre expects the following of each employee: Adheres to theatre's policies and procedures; works in a safe manner; performs duties as workload necessitates; maintains a positive and respectful attitude; communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues; demonstrates efficient time management and prioritizes workload; demonstrates regular and consistent attendance and punctuality; meets department productivity standards; participates in Alley Theatre events as needed or required; and completes other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS (SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE)
  • Proficient knowledge of costume construction and alteration techniques. Depending on the position, this may include machine and hand sewing, draping, tailoring, pattern creation, pattern adaptation, pattern tracing, fitting, and altering.
  • Experience with domestic and/or industrial sewing machines, and other applicable equipment common to costume workrooms.
  • Knowledge of clothing materials, fabrics, notions and proven ability to work with them.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work independently and as a team player.
  • Detail oriented, able to prioritize efficiently and multi-task in situations which may have definite timelines.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to share visual documentation of past costume or craft experiences during the application process; depending on the position, this may include documentation of patterning, tailoring, draping, costume construction, or crafts work.
  • Must be able to operate sewing machines and work with fabrics using necessary sewing tools and equipment.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
  • Prior costume experience for a theatre setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
  • While accommodations can be possibly made, there is the potential for prolonged periods of standing and/or sitting.
  • Must be able to position oneself to work with fabric, clothing, or costumes that might be worn, on dress forms, on tables, hanging, etc.
  • Potentially prolonged periods of sitting.
  • Ability to lift and move 25 lbs, either independently or with assistance.
  • Typical hours are during the day, but the position requires the flexibility to be available for weekend, holidays and evening work hours as needed.

BENEFITS & PERKS
  • Free and discounted tickets to Alley Theatre performances
  • Bi-weekly $4 discounted parking

Alley Theatre is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HRdept@alleytheatre.org.
The Alley Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

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