Job Description

Wardrobe Dressers are responsible for the care and maintenance of finished costumes as used in the production. The Wardrobe Crew Members will provide hands-on assistance with costumes to actors in their dressing rooms and/or backstage. Wardrobe crew members may be required to act as stitchers in the costume shop or in another costume-related field as determined by the Wardrobe Supervisor, Head of Costuming and Wardrobe.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Review of costumes prior to each performance. 
• Assist with costumes load-in, strike, and dressing as assigned. 
• Assist actors with dressing and quick changes. 
• Maintenance of show costumes including laundry and repair. 
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace. 
• Perform pre-show setup and post-show clean up. 
• Perform emergency costume repairs as necessary. 
• Attend dress rehearsals as needed. 
• Ensure proper placement of costume pieces prior to show. 
• Any other tasks as requested by the Wardrobe Supervisor, Head of Costuming and Wardrobe and/or the PM. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: 

• Previous dressing experience preferred. Theatrical run crew required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when working backstage with performers and fellow crew members.
• Must be 18 yrs of age.

Hourly compensation commensurate with experience. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications.

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