Costume Production Specialist

LF Studios / LifeFormations; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LF Studios is hiring a Costuming Associate to support the Costuming department in creating costumes, altering patterns, and developing digital prints and digital patterns.

The role requires a self-motivated, multi-tasking individual who can move quickly between tasks and collaborate closely with the Costume Director to ensure fit and creative intent across projects. Expertise in fashion/costume design, garment construction, and sewing is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Design, Costume Design or Apparel Design or 5 years of related experience.
• 2 years experience in CLO and Adobe software.
• Strong background in draping and pattern drafting.
• Excellent understanding of garment construction, fit, finishes and industry resources.
• Working knowledge of fabrics, fit, color and proportion.
• Understanding how to take a design from concept through commercialization.
• Ability to work on a variety of garment styles interchangeably.
• Strong background in sewing by machine and by hand.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to rapidly multitask, prioritize, and manage stressful situations.
• Ability to work according to strict deadlines and within established budgets.

Responsibilities

• Work hands on assisting production team with producing custom-made costume pieces for themed designs.
• Create and modify patterns base on a variety of figures.
• Works closely with Costume Director to ensure that the overall fit, and pattern matches creative intent.
• Sew costume mockups, final costumes, and costume alterations.
• Help to ensure that all projects are completed in a well-executed and timely manner, which may include the need to work hours outside the schedule.

Skills

Costume design

Sewing (machine & hand)

Pattern drafting

Draping

CLO

Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop

Garment construction

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion/Costume/Apparel Design

Tools

CLO

Adobe software

Job description

LF Studios is hiring a Costuming Associate to support the Costuming department in creating costumes, altering patterns, and developing digital prints and digital patterns.

The role requires a self-motivated, multi-tasking individual who can move quickly between tasks and collaborate closely with the Costume Director to ensure fit and creative intent across projects. Expertise in fashion/costume design, garment construction, and sewing is essential.