Assistant Costume Designer job description

The individual who works as a personal assistant to the Costume Designer for a specific production.

Responsibilities

 * 1) Reads script and creates costume breakdown.
 * 2) Compiles research for Costume Designer as necessary.
 * 3) Acts as liaison with costume shop when Costume Designer is unavailable.
 * 4) Coordinates elements for fittings including all purchased items.
 * 5) Compiles design notes from fittings.
 * 6) Attends production meetings and rehearsals as representative for the Costume Designer and costume shop.
 * 7) Provides costume information to other production areas.
 * 8) Creates dressing lists required by Wardrobe Head.
 * 9) Pulls rehearsal costumes as necessary.
 * 10) Facilitates swatching and shopping for Costume Designer.
 * 11) Manages petty cash and purchase orders checked out to Costume Designer.
 * 12) Compiles and maintains production "bible".
 * 13) Supervises the correct labeling of all items for proper wardrobe identification.
 * 14) Finds rental costumes as necessary and manages their return.
 * 15) Collates and distributes notes from Costume Designer during dress rehearsal and preview period.
 * 16) Performs other duties as assigned by Costume Director.

Qualifications

 * 1) Demonstrated Costume Design experience at the educational or professional level.
 * 2) Knowledge of and experience in basic theatrical costuming techniques.
 * 3) Knowledge of and experience in basic accounting procedures.
 * 4) Ability to work with a variety of artists in high pressure situations.
 * 5) Valid driver's license.
 * 6) Basic computer skills.
 * 7) Excellent organizational skills.
 * 8) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.