Dresser job description

The run crew member who implements the care and use of the finished costumes in dress rehearsals and performances.

Responsibilities

 * Assists performers in dressing into costumes and facilitiates quick changes.
 * Checks in and reviews costumes prior to each dress rehearsal and performance.
 * Checks out and retrieves costumes after each dress rehearsal and performance.
 * Maintains assigned dressing rooms.
 * Advises Wardrobe Head on matters of specific rigging or actor comfort as necessary.
 * Maintains a calm professional demeanor for performers in his/her care.
 * Performs other duties as assigned by Wardrobe Head.

Qualifications

 * Prior backstage costume related experience.
 * Basic sewing skills as it relates to repairs and quick change rigging.
 * Ability to stand for long periods of time.
 * Ability to remain calm during high pressure quick change situations.
 * Good interpersonal and communication skills.
 * Ability to work as a team player.
 * Good organizational skills.