Costume Cutter/Draper

Pay Range

Targeted salary: $45,000 based on experience Benefits Eligible: Yes Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel: Not required Position Introduction: The Costume Cutter/Draper is jointly responsible for the creation of costumes, interpretation of original design work and custom patterning based on the design, and all facets of the construction process for the costumes as well as alterations, fittings, maintenance of pulled or rented clothing items, in collaboration with the costume faculty.

The Junior Draper is the liaison between staff stitchers and undergraduate assistants and assists with labs associated with DRAM 1114. This position is responsible for supervising the production of new costumes and the refurbishment/alteration of existing costumes for the production season. This position reports to the Costume Tech.

Faculty and Studio Supervisor. View full job description Required Education: Bachelor's degree. 12 months of professional theatre experience in a costume shop. Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 60 months of related experience. Required Certifications and Licenses: Valid Driver's License required to travel to fabric shops and pick up materials for costumes and/or props Department Preferences: Bachelors degree in costume technology Experience in construction of dancewear Tailoring experience Worked or trained in a professional costume shop a minimum of 3 years 24 months of professional experience in theatrical costuming 24 months of professional experience as a cutter/draper Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes