OCSAC - Costume Assistant

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• Prior sewing experience, in either a theatre or fashion-related setting, evidence by a portfolio of work.
• Experience in costume construction, including tailoring, ranging from the Victorian period to modern day.
• Proficient in various costume construction skills and techniques, completed by machine or by hand.
• Proficient in the operation of all costume shop equipment and tools, including industrial and/or home sewing machines, industrial irons, steamers etc.
• Knowledge of costume equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrated success working with a wide range of fabrics, including stretch fabrics, heavy wools, or delicate materials including silk and polyester blends.
• Ability to follow specific verbal and written directions.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a highly motivated, proactive self-starter, with the ability to work in a team-focused environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment, with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to stand, squat, crouch, kneel, and lift and carry up to 30 pounds, independently or with assistance.
• Experience or interest in theatre and youth arts education is a plus.
• Availability to work Mondays through Saturdays, between the hours of 1:00 pm and 9:00 p.m.

OLDHAM COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATION – 1021.03



JOB DESCRIPTION : COSTUME ASSISTANT

Qualifications

• Prior sewing experience, in either a theatre or fashion-related setting, evidence by a portfolio of work.
• Experience in costume construction, including tailoring, ranging from the Victorian period to modern day.
• Proficient in various costume construction skills and techniques, completed by machine or by hand.
• Proficient in the operation of all costume shop equipment and tools, including industrial and/or home sewing machines, industrial irons, steamers etc.
• Knowledge of costume equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrated success working with a wide range of fabrics, including stretch fabrics, heavy wools, or delicate materials including silk and polyester blends.
• Ability to follow specific verbal and written directions.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a highly motivated, proactive self-starter, with the ability to work in a team-focused environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment, with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to stand, squat, crouch, kneel, and lift and carry up to 30 pounds, independently or with assistance.
• Experience or interest in theatre and youth arts education is a plus.
• Availability to work Mondays through Saturdays, between the hours of 1:00 pm and 9:00 p.m.

REPORTS TO: Wardrobe Manager

JOB GOAL: The Costume Assistant will coordinate all facets of costume selection and care to ensure a visually appealing production that accurately portrays the historical period or descriptive narrative of the production.

Performance Responsibilities

• Select articles and accessories to meet wardrobe needs for all performances.
• Launder and maintain articles of show clothing, wigs, and costume accessories.
• Participate in costume fittings as appropriate.
• Collaborate and communicate with Artistic Program Director on costume looks, choices, quick-rigging, construction, and sourcing of materials, to maintain integrity of costume design and production standards throughout each show run.
• Work directly with costume staff and crew on load-in, tech and strike of all costume elements.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of wardrobe storage areas.
• Maintain wardrobe, laundry and show expendable supplies - consulting with Artistic Program Director on budgets.
• Maintain inventory of wardrobe pieces noting condition of costumes; note condition prior to and after return of costume rentals, and where modifications may be done, and where alterations must be made.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Compensation will be based on the board-approved Oldham County Schools Arts Center Theatre salary schedule.

Adopted:
July 23, 2018

Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function Administrative
• Industries Education Management

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