Costuming Associate

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 seeking to hire a Costuming Associate for our Costuming department to consistently produce costumes, alter patterns, create digital prints and digital patterns. This person must be a highly self-motivated individual that can move quickly and efficiently from one task to another.

LF Studios specializes in design and fabrication of animatronic figures, sculpted figures, exhibits, and interactive experiences. Our work can be found in leading theme parks, museums, science centers, and branded spaces all over the world.

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work effectively within established deadlines and timeframes, with the ability to quickly respond to changing needs and to balance competing responsibilities.
• Ability to work according to strict deadlines and within established budgets.