Draper

FULL TIME REGULAR POSITION STARTS JULY 1, 2024

WHO WE ARE

Arena Stage is the voice of American theater resident in our nation's capital. Focused on American artists, our productions are innovative and representative of stories from across the country. We nurture new plays and reimagine classics. We celebrate our democracy and diversity through a multitude of voices in our productions and community engagement programs to inspire people to action.

WHAT WE VALUE

A work culture that values experimentation and collaboration.

Excellence in all aspects of our endeavor.

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion throughout the Organization and within our audience and the community.

Community Service through education and public engagement.

Lead effective partnerships and collaboration to serve artists and arts professionals.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Pattern, fit, alter, tailor, and construct costumes in accordance with interpretation of Costume Designer's renderings.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Three (3) years experience pattern-making, draping, and tailoring for a professional costume shop.

• Excellent knowledge of costume history and clothing construction.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Team player with flexibility and a good attitude is a must.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research costume and fashion history pertinent to assigned projects

• Interpret designs and collaborate with designers

• Estimate time and materials required to construct or alter assigned garments as designed and in accordance with production schedule

• Formulate and implement construction plan and schedule for assigned projects

• Create patterns as required to facilitate construction of garments as designed

• Cut and sew garments

• Fit costumes on actors and make necessary adjustments in consultation with Costume Designer

• Delegate tasks to and supervise team members, track progress, and adjust construction plan accordingly

• Communicate progress and potential challenges to department management

• Report issues with equipment requiring maintenance

• Assist wardrobe staff with major repairs or advise on repair process during the run of a production

• Other duties as assigned by the Costume Director.

The Washington Drama Society, Inc., Arena Stage does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at hr@arenastage.org or call 202-488-3300.

Offers of employment at Arena Stage are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and/or professional reference check as allowed by employment law in the District of Columbia.