Student Costume Technical Assistant

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SE209424

Department or Unit Name Production Dept Position Headcount 2 Position Title Student Costume Technical Assistant Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 Term or Semester All Academic Year Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 - $16.90 Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. On which Campus will this work be done? Orange Approved Supervisor Christine Wille Supervisor Email Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar (//www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx ) Desired Start Date 08/24/2026 Projected End Date 05/28/2027 Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs Job Description Summary Join the creative heart of the College of Performing Arts as a Costume Studio Assistant! This part-time position offers students a hands-on opportunity to work behind the scenes in the exciting world of live performance. You'll play a vital role in the creation, maintenance, and organization of costumes for Theatre, Dance, and Opera productions. Gain practical experience in costume construction, wardrobe management, and theatrical production processes, all while collaborating with passionate artists and technicians. Responsibilities Assist with the construction, alteration, and maintenance of costumes for CoPA productions. Support costume studio operations through organizational tasks and costume crafting. Participate in wardrobe strike, costume inventory, and restocking. Collaborate with production teams to ensure costume readiness for rehearsals and performances. Required Qualifications Successful completion of a Costume Construction course or equivalent hands-on experience. Desired Qualifications Enrollment in the Theatre B.A. program with a focus in technical theatre. Demonstrated sewing skills and an interest or experience in costume, hair, and makeup for live performance. Completion of a practicum assignment on a Wardrobe Crew is highly preferred. Special Instructions to Applicants Must be available Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours as production schedules require. A minimum of 2 consecutive hours of availability per shift is required for scheduling purposes. Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS