Costume Technical Apprenticeexpired
Chichester Festival Theatre
United Kingdom, South East
Posted on: June 17, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
We are recruiting for a Costume Technical Apprentice to join us from September 2025, to work in our busy Production department. This opportunity provides experience, skills, knowledge and formal training whilst working on a range of professional theatre productions across our 3 stages and elsewhere.
Job Description
Costume Technician Apprentice
Full time, 24 month contract
National Minimum Wage (not apprenticeship wage)
You'll learn and apply the skills of a Costume technician, whilst studying the Level 3 Costume Technician - Stage and Screen Apprenticeship Standard in collaboration with Chichester College.
An Apprenticeship is an entry level paid employment position where you learn the required skills on the job under the supervision of our professional team. You will be given 1 day per week to study and/or attend college, either remotely or in person.
Full details of the role and duties can be found on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs
Amongst other tasks you'll be assisting the Costume Supervisor and Wardrobe team in ensuring that all costume aspects of the show are ready for the technical rehearsals, this may include undertaking alterations, fittings, shopping or breaking down costumes as required.
Want to find out more?
If you want to find out more about apprenticeships and working at CFT, as well as getting some advice on how to apply and meet some of the team, we are running an event in the Festival Theatre Foyer on:
Saturday 21st June 10.30 - 12.00
Saturday 5th July 10.30 - 12.00
We recommend registering by emailing mailto:[email protected] - [email protected] to let us know which session you'd like to attend, but if you haven't then please don't let that stop you attending. You're welcome to bring your parents, carers or partner with you to these events .
Job Requirements
We're looking for someone who has:
A professional approach to working with artists of all genders in various states of dress
Good housekeeping skills
The ability to communicate with staff at all levels
The ability to work well under pressure
Good communication skills - both written and verbal
Good at working in a team
Commitment to achieving high standards with the resources available
Flexible approach to working, including the ability to work unsocial hours
Interest in and commitment to making theatre accessible to all community sectors, and to CFT's Equal Opportunities Policy
Desirable Criteria
Use of a variety of sewing techniques by hand and using a machine including overlocking
Qualifications Desirable
GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), in English and Mathematics
ICT qualification or experience is desirable
Job Responsibilities
Full details of the role can be found on our web
Application Deadline:
July 10, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Creative/Artistic
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
South East
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