Costume Shop Manager

National Opera Center; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Opera is seeking a Costume Shop Manager for its hybrid position as it transitions to a new artistic home. The selected candidate will oversee all aspects of costume management, including budgeting and the construction of costumes, while promoting an engaging culture dedicated to high-quality artistic productions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision options

HSA/FSA

Group Term Life Insurance up to 3 times salary

Qualifications

• 3 years managing a costume shop with at least 3 employees.
• Experience with IATSE union crews is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Head the setup of a new Costume Shop for Portland Opera.
• Oversee construction and alterations of costumes.
• Manage staff and maintain wardrobe stock and equipment.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Physical Strength

Job description

Job Location: Hybrid/Other; On Site/In Person

Job Type: Full Time

Network(s): None

DESCRIPTION

Position: Costume Shop Manager

*Hybrid position

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating adventure with Portland Opera as it evolves into a new artistic era? Portland Opera is undergoing a transformation, as we transition to a new artistic home while remaining steadfast in our commitment to both innovative new works and the timeless classics of the opera repertoire.

Portland Opera is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Costume Shop Manager. This is a full-time, exempt position, reporting directly to the Director of Production.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Heading up the move-in and set-up of a Costume Shop in a newly refurbished Portland Opera artistic home
• Analysis and implementation of all costume aspects for Portland Opera productions
• Oversight of construction and alteration of all costumes, including builds and rentals
• Supervision of costume staff, including IATSE wardrobe crew
• Oversight of shop equipment maintenance and inventory
• Organization and maintenance of extensive wardrobe stock
• Budgeting and forecasts for all costume and wardrobe aspects of productions, including labor

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• 3 years of professional experience managing a costume shop of at least 3 employees
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Experience with IATSE union crews
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds and climb ladders

Culture: With a passion for music and theater running all day in front of everyone’s minds, the Portland Opera provides an upbeat and enthusiastic culture.

Portland Opera offers productions of the highest artistic quality, bringing the world of opera to the region. For 60 years, the company has presented more than 200 operas, including world premieres. In addition to its annual season, the company is also renowned for its outreach and educational initiatives, including Portland Opera-To-Go, Opera a la Cart, and its Resident Artists Program, which supports the next generation of opera singers.

Desired Start Date: August 4, 2025

BENEFITS

• Pay Range: $65,000 - $70,000 Annual
• Our benefits start the 1st of the month following your start date and include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• HSA/FSA
• Group Term Life Insurance up to 3 times salary