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SAN DIEGO JUNIOR THEATRE

COSTUME SHOP MANAGER

San Diego Junior Theatre is seeking a full-time Costume Shop Manager. The Costume Shop Manager plans, manages and supervises the operation of the costume shop at the Casa del Prado Theatre in Balboa Park. The Manager will work with several costume designers throughout the year to costume our 13 productions. The Manager supervises the construction of costumes and maintenance of the costume shop.

Duties:

-Plans the operation of the costume shop for the entire season of theatrical productions and for individual productions.

-Supervises the construction, alteration, repair, cleaning/maintenance and storage of theatrical costumes and the construction or purchase of wigs and theatrical make-up.

-Supervises a part-time assistant on a regular basis.

-Works with parent volunteers to complete costumes for each production.

-Supervises purchases of fabric, notions and used clothing for costume shop adhering to production budget; oversees inventory of costumes and materials.

-Coordinates space usage for cast dressing needs.

-Oversees production running crews for costume changes required during rehearsals and performances.

-Oversees and inventories donations of clothing and materials to costume shop.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

-Knowledge of theater production operations and procedures.

-Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of costume construction.

-Knowledge of various eras and appearance of vintage clothing.

-Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.

-Skill in making patterns, cutting, draping, sewing, dying and fitting costumes.

-Ability to effectively communicate.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree in Theater, Costume Design or related field AND three years experience in costume design, construction, alteration and repair; OR,

-Five years experience in a costume shop engaged in costume design, construction, alteration and repair; OR,

Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education

The position is full time with health and dental benefits. The salary range is $30,000 to $35,000. Please send a resume to will@juniortheatre.com . Please do not call.