Creative Costume Designer & Studio Lead

George Fox; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

George Fox University’s Performing Arts Department seeks a creative Costume Designer and Costume Studio Manager to lead costume design, construction, and studio operations. The role includes supervising student workers and coordinating with guest designers to support two annual productions.

You will design, alter, and maintain costumes, manage inventory and budget, and ensure safety while collaborating with faculty and stage management for reliable production scheduling from design to

Qualifications

• BA or BFA in theatre.
• Experience in theatrical cutting, stitching, and crafts.
• Experience in theatrical costume design.
• Knowledge of costume materials and fabrics.
• Experience with sewing machines and equipment (industrial and domestic).
• Minimum five years sewing experience.
• Comfort working with beading and sequins.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs and work around chemicals.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Commitment to diversity and faith statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage costume studio, storage, supplies, and inventory.
• Oversee all costume construction, alterations, repairs, and cleaning.
• Design costumes for two theatre productions per year.
• Collaborate with guest designers and mentor student designers.
• Attend production meetings, fittings, and dress rehearsals.
• Lead the costume crew and supervise student employees.
• Coordinate rentals and loans to events.
• Maintain safety standards in the studio.

Skills

Costume design

Sewing and construction

Budget management

Staff supervision

Collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

BA or BFA in theatre

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Pattern alteration skills

Job description

George Fox University’s Performing Arts Department seeks a creative Costume Designer and Costume Studio Manager to lead costume design, construction, and studio operations. The role includes supervising student workers and coordinating with guest designers to support two annual productions.

You will design, alter, and maintain costumes, manage inventory and budget, and ensure safety while collaborating with faculty and stage management for reliable production scheduling from design to