Costume Pattern Maker Heritage Park

Use pattern making and industrial sewing to preserve Heritage Park’s wardrobe collection in Calgary. This full-time permanent position starts January 2027.

The Costume Technician creates, alters, and grades patterns under the Costume Manager’s direction. You will produce sample garments, prepare written sewing instructions when appropriate, and support programming, exhibits, productions, and special events. Experience with historical or period clothing is an asset.

• Research and design patterns for programs, exhibits, and productions
• Create written sewing instructions and sample garments
• Prepare fabrics through measuring, layout, and cutting
• Fit, alter, repair, and maintain patterns for operations
• Preserve wardrobe collections through appropriate handling practices

• Post-secondary education in clothing design, construction, or tailoring
• Industrial sewing experience is required
• Pattern making and grading experience are required
• Historical or period clothing experience is an asset
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors during weather extremes

Apply your pattern making, garment construction, and collection-care expertise to Heritage Park’s historical costuming work.