On-Call Costume Shop Technician

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Santa Clara University is seeking an On-Call Costume Shop Assistant to support costume construction, alterations, and maintenance for departmental productions. You will work closely with the Costume Shop Manager, designers, and student staff in a busy shop environment focused on learning and production excellence.

The role emphasizes advanced sewing skills, knowledge of costume construction, and the ability to train student crew while meeting production timelines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced sewing skills across various textiles and sewing machines.
• Comprehensive knowledge of costume construction techniques.
• Experience in teaching theatre within a liberal arts context is desirable.
• Knowledge of historical period costume designs and materials.

Responsibilities

• Construct and alter costumes for department productions as directed.
• Train student crew in costume construction skills and supervise work study assistants.
• Educate and guide student workers on techniques and workflow with the costume shop manager.
• Coordinate construction and alteration techniques to meet production schedules.

Skills

Advanced sewing

Time management

Clear communication

Patterning

Draping

Cutting textiles

Sewing machines

Costume construction

Education

Bachelor's degree in theatre

Tools

Industrial irons

Steamers

Dye vats

Job description

Santa Clara University is seeking an On-Call Costume Shop Assistant to support costume construction, alterations, and maintenance for departmental productions. You will work closely with the Costume Shop Manager, designers, and student staff in a busy shop environment focused on learning and production excellence.

The role emphasizes advanced sewing skills, knowledge of costume construction, and the ability to train student crew while meeting production timelines and quality standards.