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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON Costume Shop Manager in Charleston, South Carolina
Costume Shop Manager
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Internal Title
Costume Shop Manager
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
5
Level
4
Department
Theatre and Dance
Job Purpose
Plan, oversee and implement the construction of costume design work for a large Theatre and Dance Department with a significant season of 8(+/-) main productions per year. Serve as a team leader in executing the designs of faculty, student and guest costume and makeup designers for all productions including dance concerts. Supervise and teach both paid student workers and laboratory students in the costume shop on sewing, pattern-making, draping, wig styling, makeup techniques, crafts, dyeing and wardrobe skills. Manages production schedules and budgets for the costume area. Manages, maintains, and inventories over 800 square feet of wardrobe storage. Supervises and maintains a costume shop of over 700 square feet and two dressing rooms of approx. 500 square feet.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in Theatre with a focus on costumes and/or a professional theatre experience. Minimum 3 years relevant experience required and significant supervisor experience is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the performing arts and specific knowledge of costume construction with advanced sewing skills required. Ability to determine fiscal needs, evaluate projects, and propose solutions for costume aspects of the departments production program. Ability to work effectively with individuals at varying levels of costume experience and to direct and instruct student employees work. Must know costume crafts, makeup, wardrobe, patterning, and period construction techniques. Must be familiar with the protocol observed in costume shops in professional theaters. Must have skill in maintaining schedules and budgets for costume construction. Ability to use computer software applications and email programs including skills in use of spreadsheets and/or other budgeting accountability and to facilitate communication across production teams. Supervisory experience, especially supervision of student workers is desired. Must have exceptional organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster a positive and collaborative work environment that supports faculty, students, and the directors of the productions.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Some evening and weekend work is required. Generally comp time will be given for hours over 40 for a week. Must be physically able to lift/carry boxes and/or equipment used in a standard costume shop.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not