Jobs (Edmonton): Wardrobe First Assistant – Freewill Shakespeare Festival

Theatre Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Freewill Shakespeare Festival is seeking a Wardrobe First Assistant in Edmonton to support costume construction, fittings, maintenance, and backstage wardrobe operations, working closely with the Head of Wardrobe and production team.

This contract runs from May 12 to July 16, 2026, at $22 per hour, up to 40 hours per week. The role offers immersive experience in a professional theatre environment with a focus on period costumes and quick-change readiness.

Responsibilities

• Supports costume construction, fittings, maintenance, and backstage wardrobe operations, working closely with the Head of Wardrobe, Costume Designer, and production team.

Job description

Jobs (Edmonton): Wardrobe First Assistant – Freewill Shakespeare Festival

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Directed by: Glynis Leyshon
Written by: Kate Hennig
Actors Pictured: Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein
Set Design: Scott Reid.
Lighting Design: David Fraser
Costume Design: Heather Moore
Photo: Benjamin Laird

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The Free Will Players Theatre Guild is seeking an experienced Wardrobe First Assistant for the 2026 Freewill Shakespeare Festival.

This role supports costume construction, fittings, maintenance, and backstage wardrobe operations, working closely with the Head of Wardrobe, Costume Designer, and production team.

The contract runs from May 12 through July 16, 2026, at $22 per hour, up to 40 hours per week.