Wardrobe Assistant Supervisor — Holiday Run (Housing)

Playbill, Inc.

Maine

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

10 hours ago

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Job summary

Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, Maine seeks an experienced Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor for the 2026 Holiday production of Mary Poppins at The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH. The contract starts Nov 23, 2026, with opening Dec 4 and closing Dec 20, 2026, ending Dec 23, 2026.

Reports to Wardrobe Supervisor and must be detail-oriented with wardrobe crew experience and basic sewing skills. Responsibilities include assisting with wardrobe paperwork, load-in/strike, minor repairs, garment care,

Qualifications

Ideal candidate: detail-oriented and able to stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
Wardrobe Crew experience required; basic sewing/stitching skills.
Reports to Wardrobe Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Assist Wardrobe Supervisor with wardrobe paperwork, load-in/strike organization, and transport of costumes.
Perform minor costume repairs and reinforce buttons, quick rig garments, repair rips/tears, hems, and labeling.
Ensure proper cleaning, organization and delivery of costume pieces; assist with backstage quick changes.
Create show tracks detailing preshow, intermission, and post-show duties for each production.
Foster a positive backstage environment and coordinate with shop staff and designers as needed.
Run each performance (8 shows/week) and assist in rehearsals/load-in/strike as necessary.