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SeaWorld

Costume Specialist, Senior

Busch, AR · On-site

... Managers, Dresser Team, Costuming Staff, and Management to ensure all costume characters are in ... wardrobe items Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends/holidays ...

SeaWorld

Senior Stitcher

Busch, AR

... Managers, Dresser Team, Costuming Staff, and Management to ensure all costume characters are in ... wardrobe items Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends/holidays ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for wardrobe dresser in the United States is $55,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $65,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Wardrobe Dresser, your workday often starts before rehearsals or performances, preparing and organizing costumes and ensuring all wardrobe pieces are clean and in perfect condition. During shows, you assist performers with quick costume changes, address any last-minute repairs, and make sure each piece is returned to the correct place afterward. You'll work closely with the costume department, stage managers, and performers, often in a busy backstage setting. While the pace can be demanding, especially during live performances, the role is highly collaborative and integral to the smooth execution of any production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wardrobe dresser, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wardrobe Dresser, you need hands-on experience with garment handling, knowledge of costume care, and attention to detail, often supported by a background in theater, fashion, or related fields. Familiarity with steamer and ironing equipment, basic sewing tools, and wardrobe tracking software is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team are highly valued. These abilities ensure costumes are well-maintained, quick changes run smoothly, and high production standards are met in fast-paced performance environments.

What does a wardrobe dresser do?

A Wardrobe Dresser is responsible for maintaining and organizing costumes for theatrical productions, films, TV shows, or live performances. They assist performers with quick changes, ensure costumes are in good condition, and may perform minor repairs or alterations. Dressers work closely with the costume designer and wardrobe supervisor to uphold the visual integrity of a production. Their role requires attention to detail, efficiency under pressure, and knowledge of garment care.

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Central Florida Call for Freelance Theatre Technicians 2026

Significant Productions, Inc

The Villages, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Seeking experienced freelancers for show-by-show gigs. Schedule varies with events.

Located in The Villages in central Florida, Significant Productions is seeking freelance technicians for additional hands as needed at both our touring house, The Sharon L Morse PAC and our production house, The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol.

Freelancers will be paid as 1099 contractors. See below for specific positions. Hourly rate based on experience.

Carpenter/Deckhand : $22 - $27/hr

  • Familiar with the use and safety practices of power tools  
  • Able to lift 50 pounds 
  • Familiar with the installation of Scenic, Lighting and Audio equipment 
  • Installing Flats and Platforms using power tools  
  • Hanging Soft Goods.  
  • Hanging and cabling of lighting fixtures both traditional and intelligent lighting fixtures 
  • Hanging and cabling of Audio speakers, mics, digital snakes, cameras  
  • Comfortable with working at heights up to 16’ using ladders and scaffolding 
  • Loading and Unloading Trucks 
  • Install and or Strike of Audience Platforming and seating.  
  • Able to transport self between 2 locations during a work call

L3 - Lighting Hand : $22 - $27/hr

  • Familiarity with entertainment lighting systems 
  • Ability to hang, and cable conventional and intelligent lights. 
  • Ability to focus conventional lights. 
  • Ability to work at heights of up to 60’ 
  • Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding and operate vertical mast lifts. 
  • Able to lift 50 lbs. 
  • Able to read and interpret lighting hang plots. 
  • Basic to intermediate reading and math skills.

L2 - Spot Operator : $25 -$30/hr

  • Ability to work at heights of 60’ 
  • Ability to climb ladders  
  • Ability to steadily operate a followspot. 

A2 – Audio Technician :  $22 - $27/hr

  • Familiarity with audiovisual systems 
  • Able to follow an audio patch sheet 
  • Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding 
  • Able to lift 50 lbs

A1 – Audio Engineer : $30-40 /hr

  • Monitor Mixing Experience 
  • Audio Engineering Experience 
  • Yamaha CL5 and QL5 
  • Able to mix vocals and live band up to 32 Channels 
  • Confident and certified in Dante Level 1 required, Level 2 preferred. 

Wardrobe Hand/ Stitcher : $25-30 /hr

  • Hand and Machine Sewing 
  • Laundry, Ironing, and steaming 
  • Wig Maintenance and Hair/Makeup knowledge preferred 
  • Able to lift 50 lbs 

Dresser : $25-$30/hr

  • Ability to respectfully interact with guest artists 
  • Ability to assist in quick changes 
  • Hand-sewing skills 
  • Able to lift 50 lbs 

Rigger : $35-50 /hr

  • Able to operate a boom lift 
  • ETCP certified rigger 
  • Work at heights of 60’ 

General Requirements: 

  • Solid understanding of theatrical terminology and safety best practices. 
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. 
  • Ability to effectively communicate in written and spoken English. 
  • General ability to read stage plots, patch sheets, channel hookups, lighting plots, and other theatrical documentation.  

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