General Pipeline: Cutter

cirquedusoleil; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work mode

Individual office in Montreal Studio

Group insurance

RRSPs

Job summary

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group offers a unique opportunity in Montreal for a Cutter in costumes and props. The role involves material preparation, fabric cutting, gluing costume parts, and performing various technical tests within set timelines.

The candidate should have 2+ years in stage costume making, strong tailoring knowledge, fabric expertise, and fluency in French and English. An inclusive work environment and ongoing professional growth are emphasized at Cirque du Soleil.

Qualifications

• DEP in menswear and womenswear or equivalent
• DEC in fashion design/theatrical production or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in stage costume making preferred
• Knowledge of tailoring techniques and fabrics
• Fluent in French and English

Responsibilities

• Carry out material preparation, fabric cutting, gluing of costume parts and tests
• Identify and resolve technical cutting/assembly issues; suggest improvements
• Write and correct technical documents per standards
• Apply Cirque cutting and quality procedures for costume conformity
• Use SAP to manage costume production data and follow-up
• Self-evaluate quality of work
• Participate in other tasks as required

Skills

Tailoring techniques

Pattern knowledge

Fabrics knowledge

Team player

Stress management

Fast turnaround

Autonomy

Vision

Bilingual FR/EN

SAP proficiency

Education

DEP in menswear and womenswear

DEC in fashion design/theatrical production

Tools

SAP

Job description

General Pipeline: Cutter

Costumes and Props
Occasional / On Call

We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.

OUR MISSION

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.

Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!

So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!

YOUR MISSION

• Carry out material preparation, fabric cutting, gluing of costume parts and various technical tests according to allotted time;
• Identify and resolve technical problems related to costume cutting and assembly, and suggest improvements;
• Write and correct technical documents in accordance with established standards;
• Apply Cirque cutting and quality procedures and standards to ensure costume conformity;
• Effectively use the SAP system to manage costume production data and facilitate the follow-up process;
• Perform self-evaluation of the quality of your work;
• Participate in tasks in other areas as required.

YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE

• DEP in menswear and womenswear, DEC in fashion design, theatrical production or equivalent;
• A minimum of 2 years' experience, ideally in stage costume making;
• Knowledge of tailoring techniques;
• Basic knowledge of patterns;
• In-depth knowledge of different fabrics;
• Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances and to work as part of a team;
• Ability to manage stress and work to tight deadlines;
• A positive and motivated attitude;
• A quick turnaround time;
• Autonomy, commitment and vision;
• Fluency in French and English.

To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.

HERE IS AN OVERVIEW

• An inclusive work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
• Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
• A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
• Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
• A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
• Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.