Top 17 Costume Jobs in San Diego, Ca

Seasonal Howl-O-Scream Costume Specialist | SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management
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OLD GLOBE THEATRE —San Diego, CA
- $29.49 an hour
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Maintenance
- English
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Draper / Tailor
The Old Globe —San Diego, CA
- $30.73 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- 4 years
- Health insurance
Draper/ Shop Foreman
UC San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $32.79 - $39.38 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
Firsthand/Assistant Cutter
The Old Globe —San Diego, CA
- $29.49 an hour
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Maintenance
- English
Christmas Seasonal Costumed Character Performer
Marriott International, Inc —Chula Vista, CA
- $23.50 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Sales
- Hotel
Entertainment Coordinator, Seasonal | Sesame Place San Diego
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment —San Diego, CA
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Sesame Place – Costume Character/Hosts/DJ
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment —San Diego, CA
- $17.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Spooktacular Character Host | Candy Stations | SeaWorld San Diego | Seasonal | Must be 18+
SeaWorld San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $19 an hour
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with children
- Children
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
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Department of Theatre, Television, & Film Lecturer Pool 2026-2027
California State University —San Diego, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
Christmas Seasonal Character Escort
Marriott International, Inc —Chula Vista, CA
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Sales
Department of Theatre, Television, & Film Costume Design Lecturer Pool 2026-2027
California State University —San Diego, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Stage Management Apprentice
La Jolla Playhouse —La Jolla, CA
- $17.75 an hour
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid sick time
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Manager, Product, Westfield UTC, San Diego
Chanel —San Diego, CA
- $87,500 - $130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Seasonal Howl-O-Scream Costume Specialist | SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment —San Diego, CA
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- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management

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Seasonal Howl-O-Scream Costume Specialist | SeaWorld San Diego

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San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Seasonal | Full-time
$19 an hour

Qualifications

Computer operation
Microsoft Excel
Machine troubleshooting
Textile repairs
Stitching
English
Industrial sewing machine
High school diploma or GED
Productivity software
Teaching
Mechanical troubleshooting

Full Job Description

SEASONAL POSITION

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What's in Store for You:

As a Howl-O-Scream Costume Specialist, you'll immerse yourself in a range of creative and thrilling responsibilities, ensuring our guests experience the magic and terror of the event. Here's what you'll do:

Design, create, and maintain costumes that bring our Howl-O-Scream characters to life.
Collaborate with the creative and production teams to ensure costumes meet the highest standards of quality and scariness.
Participate in exclusive employee-only events like ride nights and special previews.
Assist performers with costume fittings and quick changes to ensure seamless performances.
Join an award-winning Scare-Event and contribute to its unforgettable experience.
Build lasting connections within the SeaWorld Entertainment Community.
Responsible for the coordination and instruction of cleaning, care, and maintenance of costumes. This includes making needed repairs to costumes, costume characters, costume overlays, wigs, headpieces, footwear, and the laundering and storage of costumes.
Responsible for maintaining costuming integrity of assigned shows and productions
Maintain cleanliness, safety, and quality standards through all assigned tasks
Construct new costumes
Responsible for the coordination and instruction of cleaning, care, and maintenance of costumes. This includes making needed repairs to costumes, costume characters, costume overlays, wigs, headpieces, footwear, and the laundering and storage of costumes
Responsible for the install and strike of assigned festivals and shows
Responsible for the cleanliness and organization of costuming areas, and stocking adequate inventory and costuming repair materials
As needed, assist performers with dressing needs including dressing performers, and insuring costumes are properly pre-set and post–set during shows and events
Assist with pre-setting costumes for special events/functions
Attend and assist with dress rehearsals and onstage approvals when required
Maintain frequent open communication of costume character costuming needs and updates with Stage Managers, Dresser Team, Costuming Staff, and Management to ensure all costume characters are in working order and in top quality condition and appearance; including but not limited to costume characters and festival specific costumes
Assist with Opening and Closing duties in the Costume Shop
Assist with Entertainment activities and special events in other facilities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned based on business need

Compensation: 19.00 USD Hourly

Availability:

Must have flexible availability every week Thursdays through Sundays, throughout the scheduled dates of the event. (Mid Aug - Nov. 2)
Must be able to work shifts as early as 6am and as late as 1am

What it takes to succeed:

At least 18 years old
Have a High School Diploma or the equivalent
Minimum 2 years experience with costume construction, repair, or maintenance of costumes and/or wardrobe items
Able to work in an environment with atmospheric effects (fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubbles, snow, scents, etc.).
Able to work in an environment with horror props, effects, and scare actors
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends/holidays
Working knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Office, and Excel
Strong written/verbal communication skills; able to read, write and speak English.
Able to handle multiple tasks under high pressure
Be proactive in time management to complete tasks in a fast paced environment
Be team-oriented with a kid-siderate attitude
Have excellent organizational skills; experience with project management a plus
Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly.
Ability to trouble shoot mechanical problems
Excellent hand and industrial machine sewing skills
Construction and/or costume design abilities preferred
Ability to follow specific instructions, and teach others to assist based on needs of item
Experience with or be willing to learn airbrush techniques and designs
Experience with or be willing to learn wig care and maintenance
Sewing skills needed to perform costume alterations, costume construction, replace zippers and snaps
Theme park experience a plus

What else is important:

Able to lift, push, and pull a maximum of 50 lbs. several times throughout a scheduled shift
Able to stand, sit, lie down, squat, and bend repeatedly throughout the day
Able to climb two flights of stairs multiple times a day

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

FREE park admission
Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
Scholarship opportunities
Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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