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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly organized and creative Costume Shop Manager to oversee all aspects of our costume shop. This includes managing the design, construction, fitting, and maintenance of costumes for all productions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director, Designers, and other production staff to ensure that costumes are completed on time and within budget. They will also be responsible for managing the costume shop staff and volunteers, maintaining the costume inventory, and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the costume shop. The ideal candidate has a strong background in costume design and construction, excellent management skills, and a passion for theatre and fashion.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage the design, construction, fitting, and maintenance of costumes for all productions.
- Work closely with the Director, Designers, and other production staff to ensure that costumes are completed on time and within budget.
- Manage the costume shop staff and volunteers.
- Maintain the costume inventory.
- Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the costume shop.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth production processes.
- Manage the costume budget and purchase materials as needed.
- Supervise fittings and alterations of costumes.
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of current fashion trends and historical costume styles.
- Ensure that all costumes are stored properly and are ready for use when needed.
Requirements
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- Previous experience in costume design and construction.
- Excellent management and organizational skills.
- Strong knowledge of fashion trends and historical costume styles.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in sewing and other costume construction techniques.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Passion for theatre and fashion.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience with costume design and construction?
- How do you handle tight deadlines and high-pressure situations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to manage a difficult situation in a costume shop?
- What is your approach to managing a team?
- How do you stay updated on current fashion trends and historical costume styles?