Costume Sewing Team - Remote (In Calgary) or in Person

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization is seeking volunteers for the Costume Sewing Team in Calgary. This role involves sewing and repairing costumes to enhance holiday events, and it allows for remote or in-person participation. Volunteers will receive all necessary materials and support to work at their own pace throughout the year, contributing positively to a joyful cause. Ideal candidates should have basic sewing skills and love crafting, while enjoying the option of working independently or collaboratively with others.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexibility to work at your own pace

Contribution to a meaningful cause

Qualifications

• Basic sewing knowledge and comfort using a sewing machine.
• Attention to detail and a love for crafting.
• Ability to manage your own time and complete projects independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Sew and repair costumes for holiday events.
• Use provided patterns and materials to complete projects.
• Work from home on your own schedule or join other volunteers at the warehouse.

Skills

Basic sewing knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Ability to work independently

Ability to collaborate

Job description

Costume Sewing Team - Remote (In Calgary) or in Person

3-6 months

Do you have basic sewing skills and a love for spreading holiday cheer? Join our team as a Volunteer Costume Sewer! We're a seasonal Christmas charity, but our costume team works year-round to create and maintain the magic behind the scenes. Whether you're crafting something new or repairing a well-loved costume, your help makes a big impact.

What You’ll Do

• Sew and repair costumes for our holiday events
• Use provided patterns and materials to complete projects
• Work from home on your own schedule, or join other volunteers at our warehouse weekly or bi-weekly (In SE Calgary)
• Use your own sewing/surging machines or utilize one of our donated machines at the warehouse

What You’ll Need

• Basic sewing knowledge and comfort using a sewing machine
• Attention to detail and a love for crafting
• Ability to manage your own time and complete projects independently or collaboratively

What We Provide

• All materials, patterns, and guidance
• Supportive team environmentOption to use donated sewing machines at our workspace
• Flexibility to work at your own pace, year-round

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

• Be part of a joyful cause that brings smiles during the holiday season
• Put your creativity and sewing skills to meaningful use
• Join a community of friendly, passionate volunteers
• Contribute on your own terms – from home or in person