Costume Shop Manager​/Draper

Job Title

Costume Shop Manager/Draper

College of Arts and Sciences

Theatre and Dance

Irregular/on call

On-campus Position

Non-Exempt

Event Staff

varies weekly, average 10-20 depending on show schedule

10

June-July

Supervise and carry out all aspects of costume shop for the Theatre & Dance Department. The Costume Shop Manager will work closely with students in work study positions and informal mentorship. This position will work a maximum of 480 hours for the year, with heavy production weeks balanced out by fewer hours in non-production weeks.

• 40% - Shop Manager
  • Work with faculty, student, and/or guest Costume Designers to realize designs for all supported shows
  • Schedule and supervise work study students
  • Provide mentorship to student Costume Designer(s) in form of designer/technician relationship
  • Support Student Costume Designer(s) in collaboration with faculty director
  • Supervise, instruct, and ensure a safe working environment; maintaining shop supplies, equipment, and storage areas.
• 35% - Show Preparation and Stewardship
  • Acquire and organize all necessary paperwork, including measurements, spending records, piece lists, dressing lists, etc., in collaboration with the Costume Designer
  • Prepare all costumes to be ready for first dress rehearsal in collaboration with Costume Designer for all supported shows
  • Recruit and train wardrobe crew and coordinate their duties during tech week and the run of all supported shows
  • Attend dress rehearsals and collaborate with Costume Designer on notes throughout tech week for all supported shows
  • Organize and supervise strike of show following closing, including dry cleaning, return of rentals, etc., for all supported shows
• 15% - Draper
  • Coordinate and lead all alterations, builds, and crafts
  • Drape or otherwise pattern and cut and construct all builds
• 10% - Additional duties, training, tasks as needed.

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

1 year

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.

Valid Drivers' License

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated time management, punctuality, and priority setting skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proven driving ability with good driving record
• Proficient in costume draping, patterning, cutting, and stitching
• Ability to work flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Demonstrated achievement in professional costume shop management and draping
• Fabric Manipulation in the form of dying and or painting
• Costume crafting experience

• In-Office Presence
  - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
• Standing/Sitting
  - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period:
  Daily (>75% of time)
• Walking
  - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks:
  Daily (>75% of time)
• Lifting/Carrying
  - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds):
  Daily (>75% of time)
• Attention to Detail
  - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods:
  Daily (>75% of time)
• Problem-Solving
  - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively:
  Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $20.77 - $22.22 per hour

Pay Range:
Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 20.77 | Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 25.96 | Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 31.15

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement? False

Is this position eligible for a signing bonus? False

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