Costume Technician Level 3

Overview

The Level 3 Costume Technician is an advanced-level role responsible for executing complex costume builds, character costume builds and alterations with a high degree of technical skill and efficiency. The Costume Technician 3 is expected to work independently and within a team on assigned projects, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure that all costume elements are completed accurately, on time, and in line with design specifications.

This position requires mastery in a wide range of costume construction techniques, problem-solving ability, and strong collaboration within the team.

Reporting Structure: The Costume Technician 3 will report directly to the Costume Studio Supervisor.

• Construct costumes and character costumes using both industrial and domestic sewing machines to a Mastery Level of quality.
• Advanced pattern modifications, high accuracy in cutting of fabrics and materials.
• Achieve deadlines by working in both team and individual settings independently.
• Work with and around chemicals such as contact cement, epoxies, super glue, and fabric dyes.
• Photograph and catalog all aspects of the build process.
• Adhere to company safety regulations, maintain a safe, healthy, and clean work/shop environment.
• Complete tasks at a consistent high quality within timelines set by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet hard deadlines.

• Bachelor's degree in Theater, Costume Design, or a related field (or 4+ years of equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in costume and character costume construction or a similar role in theatrical, theme park, cruise line, or similar productions.
• Mastery of complex sewing skills and construction techniques and mastery of industrial and domestic sewing machines.
• Mastery in hand sewing techniques.
• Mastery of fittings and alterations and understanding of tailoring of menswear.
• Advanced experience in dye work, color matching; advanced experience working with furs and fleeces.
• Basic draping or pattern making is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills; flexibility and adaptability based on production requirements.
• High attention to detail and quality control; effective time management; high manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Written and interpersonal skills; ability to travel for onsite installs.

• Moderate lifting or carrying 26–50 lbs.
• Intermittently sitting, standing, and stooping.
• Working at heights; ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Requires repeated reaching by extending hands and/or arms in any direction; high dexterity.

• USD Hourly $22 to $24 per hour.
• Payroll will be bi-weekly in arrears.
• All Full-time hourly Team Members are allotted 5 days of PTO per year, plus designated company holidays with pay. If a holiday falls on a production-related workday or weekend, an alternate date will be selected.
• Benefits offered to Full-time hourly team members include medical, dental, and vision.

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