Costume Stitcher & Builder for Opera Productions

National Opera Center; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Grand Opera's Costume Shop is seeking a skilled sewer to contribute to productions through stitching, alterations, and fabric prep.

You will work closely with the Costume Shop Supervisor and Draper, assist with fittings, and help prep costumes for shows and storage in the warehouse.

Requirements include at least 3 years in clothing sewing and alterations, proficiency with industrial sewing machines, ability to lift 30 lbs, and a degree in Costume Technology or related field is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in clothing sewing and alterations in costume or fashion.
• Experience with production stitching and garment construction.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of cutting, patterning, and tailoring; dyeing is a plus.
• Able to work with various fabrics and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Sew, alter, and prep costumes for productions.
• Prepare costumes for fittings using performer measurements.
• Assist in fabric prep, washing, ironing, or steaming.
• Assist with warehouse stocking, packing, and organizing stock.
• Support crafts and millinery work as needed.
• Collaborate with Costume Shop Supervisor and Head of Costumes.

Skills

Sewing proficiency

Hand sewing

Industrial sewing machines

Fast-paced environment

Lift 30 lbs

Education

Costume Technology/Production degree

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Patterning

Tailoring

Job description

Houston Grand Opera's Costume Shop is seeking a skilled sewer to contribute to productions through stitching, alterations, and fabric prep.

You will work closely with the Costume Shop Supervisor and Draper, assist with fittings, and help prep costumes for shows and storage in the warehouse.

Requirements include at least 3 years in clothing sewing and alterations, proficiency with industrial sewing machines, ability to lift 30 lbs, and a degree in Costume Technology or related field is a plus.