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Wardrobe Attendant

Wetumpka, AL ยท On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Description Job Overview: 8:30am-5pm The Wardrobe Attendant assists employees with obtaining/receiving clean/dirty uniforms. Uses automated valet system to organize and distribute uniforms.

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Wardrobe Manager

Villanova, PA ยท On-site

$11.25/hr

Wardrobe Manager Posting Type Student Hours/week: 12-20 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Mullen Center Detailed Work Schedule ...

Tech, Wardrobe

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

IATSE 887 - Theatrical Wardrobe Team are welcome to apply. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Hiring: Climate Pledge Arena aspires to write a new playbook in sports and ...

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How much do wardrobe jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for wardrobe in the United States is $15.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wardrobe?

Wardrobe professionals are individuals responsible for the selection, maintenance, and organization of clothing and costumes for actors, presenters, or models in film, television, theater, and fashion productions. They ensure that all outfits are appropriate for the character, scene, and production requirements, often collaborating closely with directors, designers, and performers. Their duties can range from fitting and altering costumes to managing quick changes and maintaining the quality of garments throughout the production. Wardrobe professionals play a vital role in helping bring characters and stories to life through clothing.

What does a wardrobe professional do?

Professionals in the wardrobe department are responsible for preparing, organizing, and maintaining costumes for cast members. Daily tasks often include fitting actors, repairing or altering garments, coordinating costume changes, and ensuring costumes are clean and ready for each performance or shoot. Collaboration with costume designers, directors, and performers is key to maintaining the visual consistency and practicality of the costumes throughout production. Attention to detail and adaptability are crucial, as needs can change quickly during rehearsals or live events.

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

To thrive as a Wardrobe Stylist, you need a solid understanding of fashion trends, textiles, garment construction, and often a degree in fashion or a related field. Familiarity with styling software, inventory management systems, and sewing tools is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills set standout professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure that clients or productions achieve the desired visual impact while maintaining efficiency and professionalism.

What is the difference between Wardrobe vs Costume Designer?

AspectWardrobeCostume Designer
CredentialsFashion or wardrobe management certifications, experience in clothingDesign degrees, fashion or costume design certifications
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, personal styling, wardrobe management for clientsFilm, theater, television, and special events
Industry UsageFashion retail, personal styling, wardrobe consultingEntertainment industry, production design
Search & Comparison IntentWardrobe vs Costume Designer

While both roles involve clothing, a Wardrobe primarily manages and organizes clothing for clients or productions, focusing on styling and maintenance. A Costume Designer creates original costumes tailored to characters and storylines, often designing and sourcing unique garments for performances. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the fashion and entertainment industries.

How to get a job in wardrobe?

To get a job in wardrobe, candidates should develop skills in costume design, sewing, or wardrobe management, often through relevant education or experience. Building a portfolio, gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions, and understanding industry standards and safety protocols can improve job prospects in this field.
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Infographic showing various Wardrobe job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 26% Full Time, 73% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $32,486 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

RWS | MSC Seascape | Wardrobe Supervisor

Manhattan, NY โ€ข On-site

RWS Entertainment Group
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreationย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

$19 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

About the role...

The Wardrobe Supervisor serves as the central point of expertise onboard for costumes related to mainstage performers. They support installation, manage cast changeovers, fit and alter costumes for replacements, and assist with technical rehearsals. Their responsibilities include dressing performers, repairing and maintaining show costumes, managing show laundry, and handling various other production-related tasks, all while ensuring the artistic integrity of the production is preserved.

What's expected...

  • Repair and maintain all costumes as directed by RWS Wardrobe Manager, with support from the assigned cast wardrobe captain.
  • Responsible for all show laundry needs, with assistance from cast wardrobe captain. Note that cast members are responsible for laundering their skin layers ie. Undergarments
  • Actively participate in setting up dressing rooms, organizing costumes, and managing wardrobe-related equipment during the installation phase.
  • Attend rehearsals and put-ins as required for new performers. Assist with the choreography of quick changes and be available during performances for quick changes or repairs.
  • Maintain essential documentation including tracking sheets, dressing sheets, laundry check-in/out sheets, and performer repair request sheets.
  • Attend biweekly meetings with the RWS Wardrobe Manager to report on progress and address any issues.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Please Note: While this is intended to be an accurate description of the job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require that other or different tasks be performed as necessary and assigned.

What you bring...

  • Relevant experience, training and/or education in wardrobe management, stitching and/or supervising for live performances
  • Adept knowledge of sewing machines and their various applications, as well as hand-sewing techniques.
  • Strong organizational skills for managing costume inventory, scheduling fittings, and tracking maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Basic understanding of theatrical terms and directions.
  • Familiarity with costume design and construction techniques to provide effective support and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Capability to interpret oral and written instructions to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.
  • Recognized as a proven team player with creative problem solving and strong trouble shooting capabilities.
  • Understanding of different fabrics and their specific laundry and dry-cleaning requirements.
  • Backstage experience as a dresser in live performance settings
  • Basic knowledge of safety protocols for flying elements, including aerial performers
  • Ability to lift 50lbs/25kg, stand for 2 hours and operate small hand tools.

What we bring...

  • Onboard (crossover) training included
  • Food & Lodging Included
  • Double Occupancy Cabin
  • Select Privileges in Passenger Dining Facilities
  • Access to Guest Gym Facilities
  • Upon embarking the ship, reimbursement for visas and MSC required pre-embark medical.
  • Friends and Family cruise discounts โ€“ information provided by on board management team.

Contract Dates...

  • Starting in December Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At RWS Global, our team of bold makers and mold breakers is made of a diverse group of people who we believe make our work stronger. Our stage actively chooses to uplift applicants with diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, sexes, national origins, political affiliations, socio-economic status, veteran and Disability status, and other intersectional dimensions of diversity.

We believe the diversity of our people is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our company's achievement as well.

We are committed to ongoing learning and developing and implementing programs and initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion in all areas of employment as well as through our creative process and projects.

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