Costume Draper – Hale Centre Theatre Sandy , UT Creative & Directing

DRAPER

The theatre artist who creates the patterns, fits them on the actor and supervises the construction of specific costumes as designed by the Costume Designer.

• Uses the sketch provided by the Costume Designer to create the costume.
• Fabricates patterns, either by draping or flat patterning, for specific actors.
• Fits the costume to the actor.
• Cuts- or supervises the cutting- all the fabric for the costume from the pattern.
• Determines yardage for fabric and trims for the costume.
• Corrects patterns or alters costumes as necessary.
• Supervises a crew by preparing and delegating work to First Hands and Stitchers.
• Manages time, including that of any crew members in an effective manner.
• Researches the period, style and techniques necessary to complete the costume within the Costume Designer's guidelines.
• Maintains the integrity of the Costume Design through their interpretation of the sketch.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Costume Director.

• Demonstrated proficiency in flat pattern making.
• Demonstrated proficiency in draping and the sculptural use of fabric.
• Knowledge of and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques.
• Knowledge of and experience in both men's and ladies' tailoring techniques.
• Understanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumes.
• Good working knowledge of fabric types and uses.
• Basic crew management skills including but not limited to: time management, work flow, and interpersonal communications.