Draper & Pattern Cutter: Costume Construction Lead

Hale Centre Theatre; Sandy (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy, Utah seeks a skilled Costume Cutter / Draper to translate designs into finished garments. You will create patterns, fit costumes to actors, and supervise construction to preserve the designer's vision.

Collaborate with the Costume Designer and Director, lead a small team, manage time to meet production deadlines, and research historical silhouettes to accurately realize period costumes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in flat pattern making is required.
• Proficiency in draping and sculptural use of fabric is required.
• Knowledge of multiple costume construction techniques is required.
• Experience with both men's and women's tailoring is preferred.
• Understanding of historical silhouettes for theatrical costumes is essential.
• Good working knowledge of fabric types and their uses.
• Basic crew management, time management, workflow coordination, and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Use sketches from the Costume Designer to create costumes.
• Create patterns for actors using flat patternmaking and draping.
• Fit costumes to actors and adjust as needed.
• Cut or supervise fabric cutting according to patterns.
• Determine fabric yardage and trim requirements.
• Supervise crew members: First Hands and Stitchers.
• Manage time and workflow to meet production deadlines.
• Research historical periods and construction techniques as needed.
• Maintain the designer's vision throughout costume interpretation and construction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Costume Director.

Skills

Flat pattern making

Draping

Costume construction techniques

Men's tailoring

Women's tailoring

Historical silhouettes

Fabric knowledge

Crew management & communication

Job description

The Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy, Utah seeks a skilled Costume Cutter / Draper to translate designs into finished garments. You will create patterns, fit costumes to actors, and supervise construction to preserve the designer's vision.

Collaborate with the Costume Designer and Director, lead a small team, manage time to meet production deadlines, and research historical silhouettes to accurately realize period costumes.