Assistant Wardrobe

cirquedusoleil; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VStar Entertainment Group is seeking an Assistant Wardrobe (Touring) for Paw Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure. This role supports the wardrobe team with costumes, laundry, fittings, and onstage readiness for touring performances.

Responsibilities include assisting with quick changes, maintaining cue sheets, and coordinating with tour management to ensure the show’s look and safety standards are upheld.

Qualifications

• Related wardrobe experience for live performances.
• Knowledge of sewing machines and their uses.
• Ability to hand sew and perform quick changes.
• Understanding of fabrics and laundry needs for costumes.

Responsibilities

• Assist head wardrobe and local crews in constructing wardrobe elements for the show.
• Learn and perform backstage deck track for quick changes and costume handoffs.
• Troubleshoot wardrobe elements during performances.
• Train local crews in backstage deck track and dressers.
• Maintain laundry of wardrobe-related assets and assist with fittings.
• Assist with fittings, alterations, and taking measurements of performers.
• Support with costume assets for publicity engagements and VIP experiences.
• Preserve costume integrity and safety in collaboration with tour management.

Skills

Wardrobe experience

Sewing machine knowledge

Hand sewing

Backstage dresser experience

Fabric knowledge

Laundry/dry-cleaning familiarity

Safety awareness

Tools

Sewing tools

Job description

Assistant Wardrobe (Touring) - Paw Patrol Live! A Mighty AdventureCostumes and Props

We are looking for our next Assistant Wardrobe technician to join VStar Entertainment Group's Touring Theatrical Crew. The main objective of this role is to assist with ensuring the show's wardrobe department is set up and functioning properly. The position would be responsible for assisting Head Wardrobe with all show costumes, show laundry, and costume fitting and organization; working as a member of deck crew in wardrobe changes and show presets in relation to the stage set as determined by supervisors; maintaining cue track documentation; conducting regular maintenance of all department equipment in an effort to maintain the artistic "look" of the event from performance and operational standpoints; and reflecting professionalism of the company and its equipment while adhering to Best Practice Safety Protocols.

• Assist head wardrobe and local crews in the construction of all wardrobe elements of the show, including live and/or walk about costumes, hats and headwear, wigs, shoes, unis and layered garments, and puppets;
• Learn, memorize, and effectively perform backstage deck track assigned to role, including quick changes and costume hand off, and participate in cue track rotation as directed by management;
• Assist with troubleshooting operation of all wardrobe elements during performances;
• Train local crews in each venue with backstage deck track assigned to wardrobe locals and dressers;
• Conduct, organize, and maintain laundry of all wardrobe-related assets;
• Assist with fittings, alterations, and taking measurements of performers and cast members;
• Assist head wardrobe and tour management with all costuming and wardrobe assets involved with publicity engagements and VIP show experiences;
• Preserve the artistic integrity of the costumes, performer make up, and puppet designs, in cooperation with tour management, ASD, and any established IP of the show;
• Assist with the prioritizing of the safety, comfort, and cooperation of the performers and cast members in regards to costume pieces and puppets;
• Participate in special projects including the installation of new wardrobe show elements, and interdepartmental projects that include wardrobe elements or other needs that may fall within the technician's specialty as directed;
• Assist in directing local crews during load in and load out;
• Assist with loading and unloading of trailers and show assets;
• Assemble and disassemble all equipment associated with, but not limited to, the wardrobe department;
• Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, special events, rehearsal/training, maintenance and show performances;
• Work with wardrobe department head and tour management to establish and maintain training and backup plans to ensure continuity of performance operations of the department in the event of unexpected failure of a system, component or piece of equipment;
• Coordinate with and provide support as needed for other departments, production management, artistic management, and show support staff during rehearsals, training, load-in, load-out, and performances to maintain safe and consistent tour operation;
• Assist with managing inventory of show supplies relevant to the wardrobe department, working with department head and tour management to procure replacements and stock as needed;
• Create, update and accurately maintain cue sheets and show documentation, and participate in cue track rotation as directed;
• Ensure all wardrobe departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, maintenance, and inspection logs, special projects, etc. are properly and adequately documented;
• Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance routines and inspections - particularly life safety and show critical;
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training;
• Uphold responsibility for own professional standards of conduct, appearance, workmanship, and personal safety as set forth by VStar Entertainment with fellow tour members, outside vendors, local labor, and clients;
• Perform other work-related tasks and projects as assigned by department head and tour management;

What does it take for this role?

The following hard skills are the basics of what's needed to be successful in this position:

• Related experience, or combination of training and/or education in wardrobe as it relates to live performances;
• Knowledge of sewing machines, their uses and different applications;
• Ability to hand sew;
• Fine motor skills;
• Experience as a dresser in backstage settings as it relates to a live performance with flying elements;
• Understanding of fabrics and specific laundry and dry-cleaning needs of each specific fabric type;
• Basic