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Costume Shop Manager Jobs in Phoenix, AZ at Valley Youth Theatre
Full Job Description
Valley Youth Theatre seeks an experienced Costume Director.
Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and remain focused in a fast-paced working environment with some non-traditional hours. This strategic position is responsible for the coordination of all costumes in Valley Youth Theatre’s season, with some design opportunities, while developing and maintaining a cognitive and cohesive shop staff.
Job Duties/Expectations include (but are not limited to):
Supervise entire shop staff including Costume Shop Supervisor, Stitcher sand Over-hires.
Oversee all in-house built pieces. Show appearance.
Act as Costume Coordinator for any rental packages.
Arrange/attend fittings and take notes.
Work in collaboration with guest designers, creative teams and production crew for ultimate show appearance.
Note shows during tech processes.
Assist load-in/load-out, packing, and organization of costumes or rental package for each run.
Supervise purchasing of costume shop materials, supplies and equipment.
Manage and update costume inventories of stock items.
Maintain a clean, organized and positive working environment.
Develop paperwork, in collaboration with Wardrobe Supervisor, for each show including look lists, costume/scene breakdown and entrance/exit and quick change plots.
Hands-on costume maintenance during each shows run.
Job requires ability to sit/stand for long periods of time and bend, stoop, or kneel while assisting actors, staff and designer in execution of duties as assigned.
Job requires ability to lift, carry and move costumes and necessary equipment up and down stairs in varied lighting conditions.
Unconventional hours may be required.
Valley Youth Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Required Qualifications & Skills:B.F.A. in Costume Design RequiredORfive plus years experience leading a professional costume department with experience in theatrical costumes; Strong supervisory skills; Experience creating and monitoring budgets. Knowledge in the requirements of union rules and guidelines for Equity Guest Artist Contract shows; Able to work long hours during heavy build and tech periods; Physically required to stoop, bend, reach, and carry 40 pounds up a flight of stairs. availability nights, weekends, and the occasional Holiday.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:Ability to work within tight deadlines and budgets; Proficiency with MS Office suite; Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
professional costume construction: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Costume Shop Manager
Company: Valley Youth Theatre
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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