On-Site Costume Project Manager — 40+ Hours/Week

Playbill, Inc.; Ashland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 93,677,000 - 100,565,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, OR is seeking a Costume Project Manager to lead costume projects from design concept through performances. You will partner with designers and production teams, coordinate fittings and materials, and support the Costume Department to meet artistic and operational goals.

You will guide teams, manage budgets, and collaborate across production to ensure timely delivery and adherence to safety practices while attending rehearsals and coordinating material

Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of professional theatre or performing arts experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Are highly organized and skilled at managing timelines, priorities, and multiple moving pieces.
• Communicate effectively in group and one-on-one settings.
• Bring adaptability, initiative, accountability, and strong decision-making skills.
• Are comfortable working with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, and cloud-based collaboration systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead Costume Projects: Translate the Costume Designer’s vision into actionable plans and coordinate project-specific information, materials, fittings, and documentation.
• Manage Materials & Purchasing: Research, purchase, receive, and return fabrics, materials, and show-specific goods while maintaining accurate vendor and source information.
• Lead & Support Teams: Guide Costume Department employees, contribute to performance and development conversations, and help ensure adherence to organizational and safety practices.
• Collaborate Across Production: Partner with Wardrobe and Hair, Stage Management, Props, Lighting, Sound, Costume Rentals, and other teams to coordinate costume needs throughout the production process.
• Manage Budgets & Documentation: Track expenses, complete credit card transactions, and maintain fiscal responsibility and confidentiality.
• Support Rehearsals & Operations: Attend technical and dress rehearsals, support Costume Rentals as needed, and coordinate transportation of materials between Ashland, Talent, and Medford.

Skills

Organization

Project management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

SharePoint

Cloud collaboration tools

Job description

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, OR is seeking a Costume Project Manager to lead costume projects from design concept through performances. You will partner with designers and production teams, coordinate fittings and materials, and support the Costume Department to meet artistic and operational goals.

You will guide teams, manage budgets, and collaborate across production to ensure timely delivery and adherence to safety practices while attending rehearsals and coordinating material