Historical Costume Designer & Wardrobe Lead

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Career development

Seasonal contract

Job summary

Ontario Public Service is seeking a Costume Designer/Program Assistant for Fort William Historical Park in Thunder Bay. You will manage costumes, research 19th-century fashion, and coordinate production for reenactments and events.

You will also deliver educational programs and support staff with exhibits and planning tasks. Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight events as required is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (Class G) or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of 19th-century fashion and costume design is essential.
• Hand sewing and pattern making skills are required.
• Ability to research historical clothing and reproduction techniques.
• Experience delivering living history demonstrations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage costume collection, issuing/receiving, cleaning, repairs, and loans.
• Research 19th-century clothing and support costume reproduction.
• Coordinate design, production, procurement, and maintenance of costumes.
• Deliver educational programs, workshops and demonstrations.
• Support program operations and training of staff and volunteers.

Skills

Costume design

Hand sewing

Fashion history

Research

Communication

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Ontario Public Service is seeking a Costume Designer/Program Assistant for Fort William Historical Park in Thunder Bay. You will manage costumes, research 19th-century fashion, and coordinate production for reenactments and events.

You will also deliver educational programs and support staff with exhibits and planning tasks. Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight events as required is essential.