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Cleveland Play House

Wardrobe Supervisor

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What they do

A Costume or Wardrobe Attendant assists with costumes used in musical or theatre performances. Assists with fitting costumes, and assists performers with costume changes during a show. Maintains costume collections for a theatre or show.

$55,343 / year median in Ohio

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Wardrobe Supervisor Cleveland Play House
  • 3.
7 Cleveland, OH Job Details Seasonal | Full-time $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Custom garment sewing Stitching Garment pressing Schedule management Basic stitching technique Sewing machine Dropbox Managing theatrical production teams Pressing machines Leading team collaboration initiatives Crew management Stage productions Full Job Description
WARDROBE SUPERVISOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Classification:
Full-Time; Seasonal;
Non-Exempt Start:
Monday, September 21st
End:
Friday, May 28th Reports to:
Costume Shop Supervisor & Associate Costume Shop Supervisor Pay:
$19/hr; bi-weekly Cleveland Play House (CPH) is seeking a Wardrobe Supervisor to join the production team and supervise and run main stage productions.
Responsibilities include:
At the beginning of each season, set up and stock the two mainstage wardrobe rooms. Notify costume shop management about any wardrobe equipment and supply inventory needs throughout the season. For each show create the Costume Plot, Preset List, Run Sheet, Post Show Duties and Costume Check-In/Out Sheets and distribute to the wardrobe crew. Coordinate with stage management the setup of dressing rooms prior to the beginning of tech. Coordinate with the production team on the location of quick change booths and verify the setup of each booth includes a mirror, coat hooks, a flat surface area and rug. Articulate to the wardrobe staff their preshow duties, presets, costume changes, and post-show duties, and any specific instructions that go with each duty. Coordinate with costume shop management a schedule for daily laundry and weekly dry cleaning. Communicate with stage management any notes that need to be relayed in show reports. Maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Read, sign and uphold the CPH work rules and expectations document. Professionally represent Cleveland Play Houe to visiting artists and patrons. Attend and participate in all assigned staff training sessions, department meetings and show specific training within the organization.
Physical requirements:
Dexterity to move quickly and quietly Ability to lift arm above the head Agility to kneel or crouch down on the floor Strength to move rolling racks loaded with costumes and accessories Capability to climb ladders for pulling and stocking purposes Required skills and experiences include: Understanding of clothing and costume construction Experience working on wardrobe crews and executing quick changes Laundry experience Skilled at using steamers, industrial and domestic irons Possess proficient hand sewing and machine stitching Proficient at leading a team Have strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills Possess an eye for detail Capacity to identify challenges and to come up with options and solutions Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Dropbox Work Schedule:
Shop hours when not running a show M
  • F 9am
  • 6 pm. During run of the show
  • 6 days a week, Tuesday
  • Sunday. Tech week and Preview Performances include morning, afternoon, evening and weekend hours. Performances primarily evening and weekend hours with two shows Saturdays and Sundays; 4
  • hour minimum calls Benefits package includes group health insurance to which CPH contributes a portion of the employee's premium, group dental and vision plans, paid vacation, company and discretionary holidays, as well as the opportunity to participate in a 401(K) plan.
Parking is available at employee's cost. Cleveland Play House is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Cleveland Play House (CPH) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where artists and employees are valued for their talent, contributions, and diverse perspectives. We ensure that our hiring, casting, and workplace policies are based on merit, collaboration, and fairness and approached with respect. Our focus is on fostering creativity, access, excellence, and professional growth for all who engage in our work, in accordance with all applicable laws.