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Chapman University

Costume Studio Technician

Orange, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $25/hr

... Type Temporary Job Number SA73024 Full or Part Time part-time 20-29 hours weekly Fair Labor ... Stitcher/Crafter * Ability to alter costumes according to fitting notes * Ability to repair or ...

Chapman University

Costume Studio Technician

Orange, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $25/hr

Position Information Position Title Costume Studio Technician Position Type Temporary Job Number ... Stitcher/Crafter * Ability to alter costumes according to fitting notes * Ability to repair or ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary costume stitcher in the United States is $25.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Costume Stitcher vs Costume Pattern Maker?

AspectTemporary Costume StitcherCostume Pattern Maker
CredentialsBasic sewing skills, experience with costume constructionPattern drafting, sewing skills, industry experience
Work EnvironmentTheatrical, film, or TV costume departmentsDesign studios, costume shops, theatrical productions
Employer & IndustryTheater companies, film studios, costume rental housesCostume design firms, theatrical productions, fashion houses
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in costume creation, short-term workDesigning patterns, creating costume templates

The Temporary Costume Stitcher focuses on sewing and assembling costumes for specific productions, often on a short-term basis. In contrast, the Costume Pattern Maker designs and develops patterns used to produce costumes, requiring more technical pattern drafting skills. Both roles are essential in costume creation but differ in their focus and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Costume Stitcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 10% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,362 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Temporary Costume Draper

University of Colorado Boulder

Boulder, CO • On-site

$24/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Posted 9 days ago

University Of Colorado Boulder rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

145th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Requisition Number:

74017

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Temporary Staff

Schedule:

Part-Time

Posting Close Date:

11-Aug-2026

Date Posted:

07-Aug-2026
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Job Summary
  • The Draper is a key member of the Company's Costume Shop team reporting to the Costume Coordinator/Designer
  • Makes patterns for original designs, cuts fabric from patterns, stitches pieces together
  • Attends fittings to ensure accuracy of fit, pins garments, makes notes of alterations needed
  • Completes alterations needed and completes garments to finished wearable state

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The College of Music, founded in 1920, is recognized as one of the top comprehensive music schools in the country. The College of Music offers seven degree programs in over 28 fields of study, at the bachelor's level through the doctorate. Our dedicated and encouraging community of 550 degree-seeking students, 70 full-time faculty, 30 part-time faculty, and 30 professional, technical and administrative staff produces over 350 performances and numerous guest lectures, master-classes, and outreach events each year!

The warm and collegial climate of the College of Music as a whole reflects the genuine respect among faculty and staff and the unified goal of providing a nurturing and encouraging environment for the students.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Will operate as a key member of the wardrobe team for all musical theatre and opera productions for the College of Music. This will include creating, altering, sewing, fitting and improvising all phases of wardrobe and costume needs for the productions.
What You Should Know
This role is a part time, temporary role lasting from September 2025 - April 2026 on an as needed basis. Peak weeks leading up to a show will be fulltime and may involve overtime, while other times hours will be minimal. This role is onsite based out of the Costume Shop.
What We Can Offer
The pay for this position is $24.00/hour.
Benefits
Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave. 
Be Statements
Be creative. Be ingenious. Be Boulder.
What We Require
  • Bachelor 's Degree in a theatre and/or costume and/or fashion field
  • Demonstrated relevant professional experience in clothing draping, pattern making and construction or closely related activities
What You Will Need
  • Costume construction knowledge and experience. Fashion design and garment construction also acceptable
  • Excellent communication skills -oral, visual, written
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively
  • Ability to work productively under severe time pressures and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work quietly and respectfully around artists, designers, directors and other production personnel
  • Extensive knowledge of clothing and theatrical practices
  • Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends
What We Would Like You to Have
  • Bachelor 's degree or equivalent experience in Costume Design, Opera, Theatre, Musical Theatre or other related field
  • Specific knowledge of opera, theater or classical music
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials: 
  1. A current resume. 
  2. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position. 
We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by August 11, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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