Costume Shop Supervisor

The Costume Shop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the costume shop for Viterbo University's Theatre and Music Theatre program. This includes managing and maintaining inventory, supervising, and mentoring student workers, overseeing the construction and acquisition of costumes, and ensuring that all costumes meet the needs of each production. The Costume Shop Supervisor is a full-time, 9-month, non-exempt position eligible for employee benefits. The successful candidate will report to the faculty costume designer and work closely with the production team to ensure the success of each production. This position has a start date of August 16, 2024.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain inventory of all costumes, fabric, and other items in the costume shop.

• Supervise and mentor student workers and assign tasks as needed.

• Oversee construction and acquisition of costumes for all productions, working closely with

• directors and designers to ensure their needs are met.

• Coordinate with other departments, such as scenic and lighting design, to ensure all elements.

• of the production are cohesive.

• Attend production meetings and technical rehearsals as needed.

• Ensure that all costumes meet safety standards and are properly maintained and stored.

• Assist with developing and maintaining a budget for the costume shop and ensure all expenses are tracked and documented.

• Train and educate student workers on safe handling and construction techniques for costumes.

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the costume shop.

General Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in theatre, costume design, or a related field.

• Minimum of three years of experience in a costume shop or related field.

• Experience managing inventory and budgets.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, including students, faculty, and staff.

• Knowledge of construction techniques and materials commonly used in costume fabrication.

• Familiarity with relevant software and technology, including inventory management systems and design software.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment for all staff and students.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States. Viterbo University is unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of the employment Visa.

To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest, CV/resume, and three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Hiring Manager Information: Rick Walters, Executive Director of the Conservatory for the Performing Arts, Viterbo University, 900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601

Review of Application: The review of applications will start in July and be ongoing until the position is filled. This position has a start date of August 16, 2024.

Position Benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Long-Term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Supplemental life Insurance

• Flex Spending Plan

• Retirement plan - with 5% match after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked

• 15+ paid holidays

• Accrued vacation time

• Generous accrued sick time

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition remission/exchange

• Spouse, and dependent children seeking their undergraduate degree. Employee seeking undergraduate courses and/or Master's degree.

• Employee wellness

• Free onsite gym membership, discounted rates for family members.

• 10% off discount at Viterbo Bookstore

• Employee discount tickets (and guest) for the Fine Arts Center

About the University: Viterbo University is a Catholic, Franciscan, liberal arts institution with an enrollment of nearly 3,000 students. Viterbo is located in scenic La Crosse, Wisconsin, which has been rated as one of the top places to live in the US. The region features an attractive cost of living, beautiful bluffs and coulees, three major rivers including the Mississippi River, world-class health care and education systems, and easy access to major cities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement: At Viterbo University, we value our inclusive climate and understand that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, constituencies, and those who will help us advance our diversity and inclusion initiatives aimed at creating a university that values student, staff, and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Viterbo University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Viterbo University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups.