Costume Assistant, Department Of Theatre

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Job Description:

Budget Title: Instructional Support Assistant (SL-1)

Salary: $36,421 (10-month, college-year)

The Costume Assistant will work under the supervision of the Costume Shop Manager and the Costume Designer.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Creating, executing and teaching construction methods for crafts and costumes for theatre department productions

• Construct, alter and maintain costumes as needed

• Teach students all aspects of costume construction

• Teach students wardrobe and supervise student wardrobe teams prior to and during dress rehearsals and performances

• Guide students in and participate in care and maintenance of costume shop areas, equipment, and materials

• Guide students and participate in maintenance of stock rooms - organizing, tagging, replacing stock as it is used and returned

• Support and follow safety procedures

• Help inventory and order supplies semi-annually.

• Assist Costume Designer and Shop Supervisor with evaluation of students at the end of every semester

• Help build an inclusive learning environment

• Attend relevant meetings to represent the Costume area

• Complete all shows in a timely manner and at stated level of quality

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree

• Experience in a professional or academic costume shop

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

• Knowledge, understanding and implementation of multicultural and diversity issues

• Proficiency with relevant computer applications and programs

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and climb ladders

• Valid/clean driver's license to operate a motor vehicle

Preferred:

• Costume related skills (crafts or hair or other skills)

• Formal training in costume construction

• Wardrobe experience

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

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Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=177754

Deadline for Internal Applicants: July 1, 2024

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

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• Resume,

• Cover letter,

• Portfolio or portfolio link (optional), and

• Contact information for three professional references

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