Senior Costume Revival Technician – Part-Time

Royal Academy Of Dance; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading arts organization in Covent Garden seeks a part-time Senior Technician to join their Costume Revival Workroom Team. This role involves providing costume fitting and alteration services for our productions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in craft skills within a major producing theatre or film/TV venue and a collaborative spirit. Knowledge of costume fitting, traditional construction methods, and a relevant qualification is desirable. Come inspire creativity and diversity in a thriving cultural hub.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in craft skills with a major theatre or comparable film/TV experience.
• Proven practical making experience and knowledge of costume fitting.
• Ability to work unsupervised and show initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide costume fitting and alteration services for the Royal Ballet and Opera.
• Repair and make items for productions to the highest standards.
• Collaborate with guest artists, dancers, and performers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration

Craft skills in workrooms

Costume fitting and alteration techniques

Knowledge of traditional methods of construction

Education

Theatrical Costume and Design course qualification

Relevant apprenticeship qualification

Job description

A leading arts organization in Covent Garden seeks a part-time Senior Technician to join their Costume Revival Workroom Team. This role involves providing costume fitting and alteration services for our productions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in craft skills within a major producing theatre or film/TV venue and a collaborative spirit. Knowledge of costume fitting, traditional construction methods, and a relevant qualification is desirable. Come inspire creativity and diversity in a thriving cultural hub.