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1. Develops costume construction plans for the mainstage season, working closely and collegially with the Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Director, Choreographer, and production teams for a large Theatre & Dance production program of 8 (+/-) shows. Leads the construction of costumes to ensure that the final product accurately reflects the designer’s and director’s intentions and that costumes are constructed safely and effectively. Guides students through costume construction methods in keeping with standards in professional theater and ensures that costumes are constructed within budgetary limits and deadlines.
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2. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates up to 10 student employees in the costume shop, who build costumes for departmental productions. Supervises 40-50 students per semester who work in the costume shop and on wardrobe crews as a part of laboratory requirements for technical theatre classes. Coaches students through the safe use of equipment and professional construction techniques. Acts as Foreperson, head cutter, and stitcher. Ensures the safety and security of the shop and the students.
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3. Meets with the costume design faculty to determine optimal solutions to execute designs. Authorizes and initiates the procurement of Costume Shop equipment and supplies. In consultation with the Artistic Director, prepares and manages show budgets for costumes and ensures budgets are not exceeded, are updated in a timely fashion, and can be reported as requested in spreadsheet format.
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4. Provides technical support related to costumes for the department. Ensures that all equipment and supplies are maintained for use in class and for productions. Responsible for inventory of wardrobe stock and ensuring the condition of the stock. Establishes and maintains a system for ensuring that costumes are borrowed and returned to stock for student and guest productions.
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5. Attends design and production meetings, dress and technical rehearsals, as necessary and determined by the Artistic Director. During summer, executes shop cleaning, restocking, and equipment maintenance, and develops construction, staffing, and budgeting plans for the next academic year.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Bachelor’s degree in Theatre with a focus on costumes and/or a professional theatre experience. Minimum 3 years relevant experience required, and significant supervisor experience is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Some evening and weekend work is required. Must be physically able to lift/carry boxes &/or equipment used in a standard costume shop.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online
https://jobs.cofc.edu.
