Workroom Manager- 3rd Shift

Disney; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Long-term incentives

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Workroom Manager to lead a Costuming team on a third shift, overseeing sewing specialists and seniors. You will drive on-time, on-budget production of costumes and audio-animatronic outfits while ensuring safety and high show quality.

Reporting to the Proprietor of Costuming Operations for EPCOT, this on-site role combines hands-on artistry with people leadership to deliver exceptional costumes and collaborative partner engagement across departments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in garment construction, alterations, and/or patterning techniques.
• 3+ years experience directing garment/costume fittings.
• 1+ years experience in leadership.
• Experience in the theater, film, apparel, or garment manufacturing industry.
• Experience with performers in various stages of dress/undress.
• Experience with sewing terms, fabric types, and garment notions.
• Experience leading workflow and project budgets.
• Experience communicating (both verbal and written) with a variety of partners at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a cast of Costuming Specialist Seniors and Sewing Specialists on a third shift (early morning) schedule.
• Ensure safe working conditions and proper documentation and execution of safety-critical work, including the maintenance of audio animatronic costumes within attractions.
• Facilitate builds and alterations for audio animatronics, entertainment, and character costumes.
• Handle confidential information pertaining to employees and intellectual property.
• Partner with multiple collaborators to maintain product quality and designs.
• Partner with Costumers, Cosmetology, Engineering Services, and WDI.
• Forecast and order needed supplies, tools, and notions.
• Responsible for ensuring that Cast issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Ensure that manufacturing is on time, on budget, and of the utmost quality.

Skills

Garment construction

Costume alterations

Patterning techniques

Leadership

Communication (verbal & written)

Budget planning

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced degree in Costuming/Textiles/Apparel

Tools

Maximo (WDW system)

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Job ID 10163316 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Nov. 06, 2026

"We make magic." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling us to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Bring your leadership and passion for craftsmanship to a talented team of skilled artisans and Costuming specialists! As Workroom Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operation of both people and processes, fostering teamwork, supporting Cast development, and championing safety and exceptional show quality. From costume builds and alterations to collaboration with creative and technical partners, you'll help keep projects moving on time and on budget. This third-shift opportunity brings together hands-on artistry and people leadership to help deliver the distinctive details that bring Disney experiences to life.

This position reports to the Proprietor of Costuming Operations for EPCOT.

This is a full-time, third shift role.

What You Will Do

• Oversee a cast of Costuming Specialist Seniors and Sewing Specialists on a third shift (early morning) schedule.
• Ensure safe working conditions and proper documentation and execution of safety-critical work, including the maintenance of audio animatronic costumes within attractions.
• Facilitate builds and alterations for audio animatronics, entertainment, and character costumes.
• Handle confidential information pertaining to employees and intellectual property.
• Partner with multiple collaborators to maintain product quality and designs.
• Partner with Costumers, Cosmetology, Engineering Services, and WDI.
• Forecast and order needed supplies, tools, and notions.
• Responsible for ensuring that Cast issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Ensure that manufacturing is on time, on budget, and of the utmost quality.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years experience in garment construction, alterations, and/or patterning techniques
• 3+ years experience directing garment/costume fittings
• 1+ years experience in leadership
• Experience in the theater, film, apparel, or garment manufacturing industry
• Experience with performers in various stages of dress/undress
• Experience with sewing terms, fabric types, and garment notions
• Experience leading workflow and project budgets
• Experience communicating (both verbal and written) with a variety of partners at all levels
• Experience working in a team environment where collaboration is key
• Experience in planning, problem-solving, conflict resolution, influencing, and negotiating
• Experience with continuous improvement process
• Ability to work around all types of fabrics, fibers, foams, and synthetic furs
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Maximo (WDW system) and Microsoft Suite
• Experience leading in a unionized environment
• Proficient or fluent in Vietnamese or Spanish

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Advanced degree in a Costuming, Textiles, or Apparel-related field is preferred

Additional Information

Fully On-Site

Disclaimer

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $57,500 to $77,100 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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