Instructional Assistant - Costuming and Makeup (Temporary)

Los-Rios-Community-College-District; California; On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Los-Rios-Community-College-District seeks a capable theatre costume assistant to support faculty and students in costume construction and wardrobe operations. The role involves creating costumes from designs, managing the costume shop and equipment, and coordinating with production teams for rehearsals and performances.

The position is a temporary posting with responsibilities including overseeing rentals, shop maintenance, and collaboration with makeup classes and theatre staff to ensure timely

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a theatre costume shop.
• Associate's Degree or 60 semester units with fashion or theatre arts coursework.
• Equity-minded focus and inclusive environment understanding for diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Construct costumes for major productions and children's shows.
• Oversee costume shop operations, rentals, and equipment care.
• Attend rehearsals and production meetings as necessary.

Skills

Costume construction

Fabric cutting

Pattern making

Stage makeup

Education

Associate's Degree or 60 semester units in fashion/theatre arts

Job description

Under general supervision of assigned supervisor/manager, assists faculty by working with students individually or in groups in the improvement of academic knowledge and technical skill. Participates in the operation of laboratory courses as assigned; and performs technical duties as required corresponding to the production schedule of the Theatre Arts Department and does related work as required.

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Constructs costumes for major productions and children's' shows from costume designer's designs; cuts, drapes and creates patterns. In consultation with the area dean, may design and/or construct costumes for children's shows and major productions; orders supplies including pre-made costumes and fabrics necessary to run the costume shop and makeup classes; oversees rental of costumes, the costume shop, and the care and maintenance of the equipment. Attends rehearsals and production meetings for season's productions as necessary. May oversee students enrolled in various theater arts classes, including costuming, construction, stage makeup, and rehearsal/performance; assists faculty member or staff with laboratory or field research; and performs related duties as required.

EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience working in a theatre costume shop.

EDUCATION:

Completion of an Associate's Degree or 60 semester units (90 quarter units) with 12 units in fashion courses or 27 units in theatre arts, including courses in costume construction, design, and makeup.

NOTE: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

(Experience Requirement: One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement. Education Requirement: One year of education is equal to 30 semester units.) Education must be from an accredited institution.