Backstage Costume & Wardrobe Technician

European Association of Zoos and Aquaria; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Miral Experiences in Abu Dhabi is seeking an enthusiastic Costume Laundry & Wardrobe Associate to support daily issuance, laundry, and backstage operations. You will organize storage, assist with displays and changes, and ensure high standards of costume presentation for performances and events.

Ideal candidates have a year of laundry experience, knowledge of fabric care, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Higher secondary or equivalent education required.
• At least 1 year of work experience in laundry.
• Experience in laundry operations, wardrobe support, garment care, or related field.
• Knowledge of fabric care, laundering, steaming, pressing, and basic garment maintenance.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and events.
• Basic understanding of inventory control and asset handling practices.
• Positive attitude with customer service mindset.
• Previous experience in hotel laundry/uniform department preferred.
• Experience in theme parks, entertainment venues, theatre, hospitality, or live events.
• Familiarity with costume and wardrobe operations.
• Knowledge of costume fabrics, trims, and garments care requirements.
• Experience backstage or supporting live productions.

Responsibilities

• Support daily costume issuance and return processes for performers and team members.
• Perform laundry, pressing, steaming, hand sewing, minor repairs on costumes as needed.
• Organize and maintain costume storage, wardrobe areas, and issue locations for efficiency.
• Assist with costume changes, backstage support, and operational requirements during performances.
• Ensure costumes are labeled, sorted, and stored according to standards.
• Support rehearsals, projects, seasonal activations, and events.
• Maintain high standards of costume presentation, cleanliness, and quality.
• Perform routine quality checks to meet entertainment and brand standards.
• Preserve production values by reflecting artistic vision in costumes.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in costume care and processes.
• Maintain positive relationships with performers and colleagues across departments.
• Support knowledge sharing and teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate operational concerns, inventory needs, and costume issues promptly.

Skills

Laundry operations

Wardrobe support

Garment care

Fabric care

Detail-oriented

Communication & teamwork

Flexible scheduling

Inventory control

Customer service mindset

Backstage support

Sewing/basic repairs

Education

Higher secondary or equivalent education

Tools

Wardrobe management tools

Inventory tracking systems

Job description

Miral Experiences in Abu Dhabi is seeking an enthusiastic Costume Laundry & Wardrobe Associate to support daily issuance, laundry, and backstage operations. You will organize storage, assist with displays and changes, and ensure high standards of costume presentation for performances and events.

Ideal candidates have a year of laundry experience, knowledge of fabric care, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends.