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Temp Costume Production Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Supervisor, Costume Shop

Boston, MA · On-site

$58K - $72K/yr

The Supervisor, Costume Shop reports to the Production Manager. This position will lead, coordinate ... Recognize, prevent, and suggest solutions for problems for production. * Assist the Production ...

Costume Production Technicians (CPT) at Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) assist the full time costume staff in the areas of stitching, wardrobe, wigs, hair and makeup on an as-needed basis (show ...

Costume Shop Staff

Sunrise, FL · On-site

$400 - $1.0K/wk

Draping, pattern making, and overseeing the construction of costumes for each production and individual custom design. Supervision of costume assistants and stitchers. ​ Minimum Requirements: ​

Costume Shop Staff

Sunrise, FL · On-site

$400 - $1.0K/wk

Draping, pattern making, and overseeing the construction of costumes for each production and individual custom design. Supervision of costume assistants and stitchers. ​ Minimum Requirements: ​

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Costume Shop Student Production Assistant

Lawrence, KS


University of Kansas
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$15 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

70% - Building Costumes
  • Assist with the construction of costumes for student and mainstage productions, including machine and hand sewing, pattern preparation, alterations, fitting adjustments, and finishing details.
  • Follow designer and supervisor instructions while learning proper costume construction techniques and safe tool use in a shop environment.
10% - Show Laundry and Repairs
  • Support production needs by laundering, steaming, and pressing costumes during rehearsals and performances.
  • Assist with minor costume repairs such as mending seams, replacing fasteners, and addressing wear to ensure costumes remain performance-ready throughout the run of a show.
10% - Pulling and Refiling Costumes
  • Pull costumes, accessories, and related items from stock for fittings and rehearsals, ensuring accuracy and organization.
  • Refile costumes properly after use, maintaining labeling and storage systems to keep inventory accessible and protected.
10% - Organization and Maintenance
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe costume shop by tidying workspaces, organizing tools and supplies, and assisting with general shop upkeep.
  • Support inventory organization and contribute to an efficient and collaborative work environment.
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The Costume Shop Production Assistant supports the costume production process for Theatre and Dance performances throughout the academic year. This position provides hands-on assistance in the creation, preparation, and maintenance of costumes while contributing to the overall operation of the costume shop. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and student designers, the Costume Shop Production Assistant helps ensure high-quality costume production in support of departmental artistic and educational goals. The position offers opportunities to develop and apply skills in costume construction, costume crafts, and theatrical production within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in theatrical costume production, demonstrate attention to detail, work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and be eager to learn and apply costume construction and costume shop practices.




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