Work Study Costume Shop Assistant

Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgewater State University is seeking a Title Work Study Costume Shop Assistant to support the Costume Shop as it helps produce six Theatre and Dance Department productions each year. You will learn technical skills for building and altering costumes and develop practical organization and creative problem solving.

In this role you will assist with costume preparation, crafting projects, fittings, stock documentation, and shop maintenance, under the supervision of the Costume Shop Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for at least six credits.
• Must have Work Study award in financial aid package.
• Interest in costume, sewing, and theatre production.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing costumes for department productions, including hand sewing, machine sewing, alterations, fabric cutting, and craft projects.
• Perform data entry and other communications work.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the shop and storage areas.
• Document costume stock.
• Assist in the measurement of cast members as needed.
• Care for costume garments including laundering, ironing, and steaming.
• Prepare dressing rooms and strike-related tasks, and set up backstage areas.
• Assist in costume fittings as needed.

Skills

Enthusiasm for costume

Creativity

Problem solving

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bridgewater State University undergraduate status

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Rachael Linker
[e-mail]

Position Information

Title

Title Work Study Costume Shop Assistant

Position Description

Are you interested in hands‑on, creative work? If so, the Costume Shop is an excellent place to begin! We help create six Theatre and Dance Department productions per year. You will learn technical skills used for building and altering costumes, practical organization skills, and you will have opportunities to apply creative problem solving to your everyday work.

In the Costume Shop you will:

• Assist in preparation of costumes for department productions, which may including hand sewing, machine sewing, alterations, cutting fabric, and crafting projects under the supervision of the Costume Shop Coordinator.
• Duties may include data entry and other appropriate communications work.
• Maintain efficient organization and cleanliness of the shop and storage areas.
• Assist in the documentation of costume stock.
• Assist in the measurement of cast members as needed.
• Assist in the care of costume garments including laundering, ironing, and steaming.
• Wardrobe duties include preparation of strike and strike clean up including preparing the dressing rooms, writing up costume lists, and setting up the back stage area. Also washing and restocking costumes following strike.
• Assist in costume fittings as needed

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package

Preferred Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for costume, clothing, fashion, and sewing.
• Tenacity and a commitment to quality and accuracy on all projects
• Openness to creative problem solving and critical thinking
• Ability to remain calm and focused when in a busy environment
• Ability to be a team player and to work individually depending on what is required
• A desire to work creatively
• Ability to listen well, follow direction, and ask questions when necessary

Physical Demands

Preferably students should be able to lift 25 lbs., be comfortable on ladders, and be able to climb stairs. Manual dexterity is also necessary.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate $16.25

Posting Number

Posting Number Stu06029P

Open Date

Close Date

Close Date 10/17/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Rachael Linker
[e-mail]

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Work Study is a requirement for this position. Students who meet certain financial criteria may be awarded Work Study through financial aid. Have you been awarded Work Study as part of your financial aid package?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please provide the dollar amount of your Work Study award. This information is available in your financial aid package. If you need to verify, please contact your Financial Aid Counselor or the Financial Aid Office at 508-531-1341 or [e-mail]

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Why are you interested in this position?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What do you hope to learn by working in the Costume Shop? How will working here help you in the future?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What previous work or projects have you done that you feel prepare you for this position?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What year are you in your college career (first-year, junior, etc.)?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have any prior time commitments (i.e. student clubs/organizations/sports teams) outside of your registered class schedule that would impede your availability to work? Ifyes, please list those times.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.

  (Open Ended Question)

Equal Opportunity Employer
Bridgewater State University is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.