Costume Shop Supervisor for the Theatre Arts Programexpired
Nebraska Wesleyan University
United States, Nebraska, Lincoln
Posted on: June 05, 2024
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Description:
Summary
Nebraska Wesleyan University invites applications for a Costume Shop Supervisor for the Theatre Arts program. The start date for this position would be August 2024.
The incumbent in this position will work 40 hours per week over 10 months of each academic year.
Primary goals for this position include management of our on-site costume shop, using cutting, draping, crafting, and stitching skills, completion of costume construction and garment alterations, and managing student workers on department productions. NWU’s extensive costume and props library is an asset available for production work in this position.
The successful candidate for this position will possess a high level of sewing and costuming expertise, initiative, self-motivation, commitments to safety and diversity, and be able to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and guest artists. Knowledge of other technical theatre areas such as make-up, hair and wigs, and costume props will be beneficial.
Requirements
• Must have excellent sewing skills and knowledge of fashion history.
• Must have valid driver’s license to source and pick up garments, equipment and supplies.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and use ladders to fill demands of the job.
• Ability to pattern, cut and drape, read and interpret costume renderings and designs.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, set and meet deadlines, help devise a production schedule for shop work, track budges, and work well under deadline pressures.
• Assist productions with make-up, hair and wigs, and props to compliment costume construction/selection.
• Working knowledge of how dance, movement, sound, and lights will impact costume construction and selection.
• Must have excellent communication and human relations skills, and the ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations.
• Must promote dignity and respect for all bodies and model and teach respect and boundaries to ensure a supportive environment throughout the costuming process.
• Degree in theatre or commensurate professional experience strongly preferred. Supervisory experience preferred.
Application Deadline:
Aug. 05, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Administrative
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
Nebraska,
Lincoln
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