Seasonal Wardrobe Specialist — Live Events

Live Nation, Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated Entertainment Wardrobe Specialist to join our team. This role supports wardrobe operations for performances, rehearsals, and show changes, collaborating with a diverse group of performers.

You will fit performers, manage costumes, and ensure quality and safety, with travel to events as needed. Candidates should have fashion/costume background and sewing skills, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Diploma in fashion, textiles, costuming, production arts, or at least 3 years of relevant experience in all aspects of wardrobe, costuming, or styling.
• Practical skills in hand and machine sewing.
• Able to style & recreate a look from a photo/ description in a clear and defined manner.
• Hands on knowledge of how to repair costuming, accessories, & footwear.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of live entertainment and Insomniac brands/shows.
• Experience in entertainment, theater, theme park, & or live events is a plus.
• Some travel may be requested.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare & organize the wardrobe area for efficiency & speed.
• Assign, document, & recollect wardrobe items of an approved design to entertainers at the wardrobe check in & out at events.
• Work closely with a variety of performers in the distribution & styling of costume elements, props, footwear & accessories during show run, rehearsals, preparation, and show changes.
• Fit performers to costume sizing that is suited best for body shape & size.
• Provide feedback on all personal appearances and recommend grooming changes if required.
• Ensure the quality & final product of each look before deployment on the event grounds by utilizing the 8-point checklist in the wardrobe outline.
• Assist fellow team members with quick changes in both set-up and run of show.
• Perform other tasks and carry out projects as assigned by the lead wardrobe supervisor or director.
• Repair, clean, and prep wardrobe for the run of the show.
• Make alternations, adjustments, or mend wardrobe items when approved according to needs for all shows.
• Maintain ongoing maintenance of costumes, footwear, props, or accessories etc.
• Always maintain a safe working environment, conforming to all established safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation for maintenance and participate in rotation of duties as directed.
• Proper clean up, repack, & storage of all wardrobe & related items at the end of each show.

Skills

Sewing skills

Costume styling

Costume repair

Interpersonal skills

Live entertainment knowledge

Travel flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

Fashion/costume arts diploma or related experience

Job description

Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated Entertainment Wardrobe Specialist to join our team. This role supports wardrobe operations for performances, rehearsals, and show changes, collaborating with a diverse group of performers.

You will fit performers, manage costumes, and ensure quality and safety, with travel to events as needed. Candidates should have fashion/costume background and sewing skills, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.