Job DescriptionROLE SCOPERepairs & Alterations & Support for the Daily Operation* Altering and repairing existing costumes for show productions, as well as costumes and craft piece fabrication * As needed, help with daily laundry including washing, hanging, ironing and steaming all costume pieces * Assists in checking in and out of costumes on daily basis as needed * Assists in dressing performers in backstage or Green Rooms as a dresser, where needed * Help Senior Tailors with their tailoring tasks * Performs any Costume Attendant duties as required
Building New Costumes & Overlays In-House* Building the new costumes, overlays as per the design from start to finish, following the guideline of the Senior Tailors, Master Tailor and Costuming Management. * Building costumes include all steps from the start to finish including but not limited to pattern making as per design, cutting, stitching, fitting the costume on the performers, making alterations/changes as per requirement and making sure the newly built costume pieces are show-ready. * Supporting the Costume Tech division by helping with the stitching part of their props/costume-props.
Inventory Tracking* Keeping track of supplies and sharing the needs with the senior tailors/management in timely manner, to make sure you never run out of necessary supplies * Keeping the stock of fabrics, trims, accessories stored in an organized way to be able to track the inventory easily
Other Duties* Participates in off-site or on-site public relations events involving costumes and performers * Shares information and best practices from their expertise with other colleagues * Attends Costuming department meetings where requested * Helps to create a fun and safe working environment * Interface with all colleagues and outside vendors in a professional and courteous manner when needed * Other duties as requested by leadership
QualificationsEssential* Higher secondary or equivalent education * Minimum of 3 years sewing background * Sewing and tailoring skills - both hand and machine sewing * Knowledge of cutting/fitting and patternmaking * Able to operate both industrial and home sewing machines * Able to operate serger machines * Attention to details and highly organized * Knowledge of written and spoken English * Previous experience working with performers
Desirable* Associate degree or higher in theatre * 5 years sewing background * 2 years with theme park, theatre productions and/or cruise ship experience * Costume repair and manufacturing background * Knowledge of theatrical show supplies * Specialization in costume technology * Theme Park experience
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