Install Stitcher

JOB SUMMARY

Job Title:
Install Stitcher

Department:
Entertainment

Manager

Title:

Manager, Theatrical Costuming Workroom

Must be at least 18 years old to apply.

This is a position with Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings in Tampa, Florida.

• Professional level alterations skills and tailoring.
• Alter theatrical costumes to the specifics requested by Wardrobe Supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Operate commercial and industrial equipment to include:
  Single needle industrial sewing machine, industrial serger, double needle cover stitch machine, industrial ruffler, patch machine, industrial steamers and irons.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and use of materials, interlinings, and interfacings in manufacturing of garments.
• Ability to construct and alter theatrical costumes using NCLH seam allowance guidelines and techniques.
• Must be able to take instruction in a professional and positive manner.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and maintain a professional work ethic.
• Must be able to work on several projects and productions at the same time.
• Perform crafts and millinery building and repair if needed.
• May be required to run dressing tracks and work up to 12 hours per day, with one day off per week.
• May be granted shore leave by Wardrobe Supervisor if time permits. Remember this is not a vacation.
• Must be able to climb stairs and lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to assist Shoreside Team and Wardrobe Supervisor during install on fitting of performers.
• Perform other job-related functions as assigned.

• Minimum 3 years costume shop experience in theatrical costume building and alteration, ship experience fitting and altering costumes or experience working on tour or in summer stock companies.
• Expertise in theatrical alteration, hand and machine sewing, Knowledge of cruise ship entertainment operations. Knowledge of theatrical wardrobe practices and principles. Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts, including remote team onboard ships.

• Bachelor's Degree in Theatrical Costuming