Theatre Costume Draper and Patterning Lead

Playwright Co; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Playwright Co is seeking a skilled Draper in Draper, Utah, to turning sketches from the Costume Designer into wearable costumes. You will create patterns, drape, fit, and supervise cutting and assembly to ensure authentic period look.

You will manage a small team and coordinate with the Costume Designer to maintain design integrity while adapting patterns for actors. This role requires strong craftsmanship and time management.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in flat patternmaking.
• Proficiency in draping and fabric handling.
• Knowledge of various costume construction techniques.
• Knowledge of men’s and women’s tailoring techniques.
• Understanding of period shapes for theatre.
• Good fabric knowledge and usage.
• Basic crew management: time, workflow, communications.

Responsibilities

• Uses the sketch to create and fit the costume.
• Fabricates patterns by draping or flat patterning for specific actors.
• Fits costumes to actors.
• Cuts or supervises cutting of all fabric from patterns.
• Determines yardage for fabric and trims.
• Alters patterns or costumes as needed.
• Supervises a crew by assigning work to First Hands and Stitchers.
• Manages time for the crew efficiently.
• Researches period styles to align with designer guidelines.
• Maintains costume design integrity through interpretation of sketches.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Costume Director.

Skills

Patternmaking (flat)

Draping

Fabric knowledge

Costume construction

Men's tailoring

Women's tailoring

Period research

Crew management

Job description

Playwright Co is seeking a skilled Draper in Draper, Utah, to turning sketches from the Costume Designer into wearable costumes. You will create patterns, drape, fit, and supervise cutting and assembly to ensure authentic period look.

You will manage a small team and coordinate with the Costume Designer to maintain design integrity while adapting patterns for actors. This role requires strong craftsmanship and time management.