Costume Draper

Hale Centre Theatre; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hale Centre Theatre is seeking a Costume Cutter / Draper to create patterns, drape, and fit costumes for actors under the guidance of the Costume Designer. You will oversee construction and ensure designs are faithfully interpreted across productions.

You will work closely with the Costume Designer and Costume Director, manage crew tasks, and maintain production timelines while researching historical styles and ensuring authentic theatre wardrobe pieces.

Qualifications

• Experience in flat pattern making and draping is required.
• Knowledge of multiple costume construction techniques.
• Experience with both men’s and women’s tailoring.
• Understanding of historical silhouettes and adapting period shapes for theatre.
• Good working knowledge of fabric types and their uses.
• Basic crew management, time management, and workflow coordination.

Responsibilities

• Create costumes from sketches provided by the designer.
• Develop patterns for individual actors using flat patternmaking and draping.
• Fit costumes to actors and make necessary adjustments.
• Cut or supervise cutting of fabric according to patterns.
• Determine fabric yardage and trim requirements.
• Supervise crew members and delegate work to First Hands and Stitchers.
• Manage time and workflow to meet production deadlines.
• Research historical periods and techniques to complete costumes.
• Maintain the designer’s vision throughout construction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Costume Director.

Skills

Flat pattern making

Draping

Tailoring (men's & women's)

Fabric knowledge

Historical silhouettes

Crew management

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Pattern adjustments

Tools

Sewing techniques

Job description

Position Opening: Costume Cutter / Draper

Position Summary

The Costume Cutter / Draper is responsible for creating patterns, fitting costumes to actors, and overseeing the construction of specific costumes based on designs provided by the Costume Designer. This position works closely with the Costume Designer and Costume Director to ensure costumes are constructed accurately and maintain the integrity of the original design.

Responsibilities

• Use sketches provided by the Costume Designer to create costumes.

• Create patterns for individual actors using flat patternmaking and draping techniques.

• Fit costumes to actors and make necessary adjustments.

• Cut, or supervise the cutting of, all fabric according to the costume patterns.

• Determine fabric yardage and trim requirements.

• Correct patterns and alter costumes as necessary.

• Supervise crew members by preparing and delegating work to First Hands and Stitchers.

• Manage time and workflow effectively to meet production deadlines.

• Research historical periods, styles, and construction techniques as needed to complete costumes within the Costume Designer’s guidelines.

• Maintain the integrity of the Costume Designer’s vision throughout the interpretation and construction of each costume.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Costume Director.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in flat pattern making.

• Demonstrated proficiency in draping and the sculptural use of fabric.

• Knowledge of and experience with a variety of costume construction techniques.

• Knowledge of and experience with both men’s and women’s tailoring techniques.

• Understanding of historical silhouettes and how to adapt period shapes for theatrical costumes.

• Good working knowledge of fabric types and their uses.

• Basic crew management skills, including time management, workflow coordination, and interpersonal communication.