Costume Shop, Laundry Specialist

Entertainment Places; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Ticket discounts for family and friend

Food and merchandise discounts

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

Busch Gardens in Virginia seeks a Seasonal Costuming Support team member to perform laundry duties, costume deliveries, and shoe repair. You will assist with fabric stocking and coordinate with Entertainment Production, Operations, and external contractors to meet project goals.

The role requires flexibility in schedule, including weekends and holidays, with a focus on safety and quality in a fast-paced theme park environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 3 years in clothing, laundry, wardrobe or costuming preferred.
• Theme park experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Entertainment Costuming Department on park projects.
• Handle laundry processes and deliveries for costumes.
• Maintain shoe repair and related supplies.
• Assist with fabric stocking and costuming timelines.
• Collaborate with Production/Operations and outside contractors.
• Follow safety guidelines and participate in training.

Skills

Laundry

Costume maintenance

Shoe repair

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Laundry equipment

Costume shop tools

Job description

SEASONAL POSITION Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

What you get to do:

• Participates as an integral contributor to the Entertainment Costuming Department.
• Executes Park, Show and Event Laundry Projects as assigned.
• Including all laundry processes and deliveries.
• Maintaining shoe repair process and supplies.
• Daily costume deliveries.
• Collaborates with Entertainment Production/Operations, Theatrical Services and Theming teams to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Works with outside Costuming and Crafts contractors as assigned.
• Works with the Costuming request process.
• Assists with fabric stocking.
• Works with the Costuming Project timelines to ensure park and departmental goals and objectives are obtained.
• Schedules are flexible. Black-out dates must be met.
• Works with Costuming supplies, equipment and systems, including shoe inventories, laundry and dry cleaning procedures and counts.
• Maintains the quality assurance of the Costuming product and support areas.
• Including the fabric storage facility.
• Follows department and park safety guidelines, including the proper use of PPE.
• Participates in the Costuming department training programs.
• Participates in other duties as assigned that support park and departmental goals and objectives, including sewing as needed.

What it takes to succeed:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 3 years working experience in clothing, laundry, wardrobe and costuming preferred.
• Theme park experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with: Laundry supplies and equipment
• Costume materials
• Costume shop equipment
• Shoes and shoe repair equipment
• Costume shop hand tools

What else is important:

• Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat.
• Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
• Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
• Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities

Compensation:

• 15.00 USD an hour

The perks of the position:

Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.