Lead Stitcher

Lead Stitcher Joffrey Ballet - 4.3 Chicago, IL Job Details 8 hours ago Qualifications Safety standards in production Mid-level Laundry Garment construction Full Job Description About the Position The Lead Stitcher is responsible for supporting the costume shop's day to day operations through high quality costume construction and repair, dancer specific alterations, laundry, and related wardrobe work for rehearsals, performances, rentals, and tours. This role provides professional guidance to over hire stitchers, supports a collaborative and respectful shop environment, and works closely with the Costume Manager and other production partners, including the Lyric Opera of Chicago. The Lead Stitcher upholds safety, organization, and workmanship standards across all costume work and storage areas. This position is a union position covered under the

I.A.T.S.E

Collective Bargaining Agreement.

TO APPLY

: please submit your resume and a letter of interest through our Career Center. About The Joffrey Ballet Considered one of the premier dance companies performing today, the Joffrey plays a vital role in the dance community as one of the largest dance companies and dance education providers in Chicago and the greater Midwest region. The Joffrey expresses an inclusive perspective on dance that reflects the diversity of Chicago through its Company Artists, Academy and Community Engagement programs. The Joffrey Ballet believes in the positive, transformative power of the arts. Our mission is to promote dance through an unwavering commitment to high-quality performances, education, and innovation. Our commitment to "Joffrey For All" forms pathways for every person to experience the joy of dance. The Joffrey Ballet is an equal opportunity employer, providing opportunities to candidates and employees without regard to race, religion, creed, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability unrelated to an individual's ability to perform adequately, national origin citizenship, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by law.