Technical School Director Ballet Hispáncico of , NY

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Wardrobe Assistant – End of Year School Performances
with The Ballet Hispánico

Ballet Hispánico is seeking organized, reliable, and energetic Wardrobe Assistants to support costume operations during our end-of-year performances and rehearsals. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced performing arts environment and has experience working with children and teens.

Responsibilities
Wardrobe Assistants will assist with costume organization, distribution, and collection during rehearsals and performances. They will help dancers with quick changes backstage, maintain costumes, accessories, and dressing areas in clean, performance-ready condition, and track costume pieces while assisting with labeling and check-in/check-out procedures. Assistants will support basic costume repairs or communicate wardrobe issues to supervisors, assist younger students with dressing and costume preparation as needed, work collaboratively with stage management, faculty, and production staff, and help maintain a calm, professional, and supportive backstage environment.

Qualifications
Candidates must have previous experience working with children. Experience in wardrobe, costume handling, theater, dance, or backstage environments is preferred, as is experience styling performance hair. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to multitask and work efficiently in high-pressure environments, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills are essential. Availability for rehearsals, tech, and performance dates is required.

Physical Requirements
Wardrobe Assistants must be able to stand for extended periods, lift and carry costume bins, racks, and supplies as needed, and be comfortable navigating backstage and dressing room environments quickly and safely.

Schedule & Dates
Tech Load-In:
June 6
Tech Rehearsal:
June 7
Performance Load-In:
June 12
Performance/Recital Date:
June 13

Additional overhire stitcher opportunities may be available during the week leading up to performances for candidates with sewing or costume repair experience.

$25.00 – $30.00 per hour

• NON-UNION