Theatre Costume & Wardrobe Intern- 2023/24 School Year

THEATRE COSTUME & WARDROBE INTERN- 9 Month Contract

 

I.    POSITION OBJECTIVES: To provide excellent technical expertise in the areas of Costume Construction and Wardrobe management for ECCT productions, rentals and special events. To help oversee day to day costume shop operations. To be an active member of the Production Staff, assisting in the areas of hair and makeup and properties as capable.

II.    POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:

Recruited by:           Executive Director

 

Salary/Benefits:   $14,400 for 36 weeks plus free housing

Schedule:       September 5, 2023- May 24, 2024

                  Full time salaried position; schedule will flex between daytime, evening and

                  weekend hours depending on ECCT production schedule

 

III.   POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to:       Costumers

 

Supervises:      Community volunteers

 

Coordinates with: Costume Shop Manager, Crew Heads

 

IV.  POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

·   Possessing or working toward BA/BS in Costume Design, Theatre, Fashion Merchandising or related field desired or comparable experience in the field

·   Advanced sewing skills appreciated; intermediate at a minimum

·   Knowledge of theatrical style, conventions and terminology

·   Strong oral communication skills

·   Background in or appreciation of theatre

·  Ability to work with volunteers

·   Ability to manage several projects simultaneously

·   Strong organizational skills and highly motivated with strong work ethic

·   Ability to work with minimal supervision

 

·   Provide costume construction and wardrobe management assistance for all ECCT shows. Upcoming productions including THE LARAMIE PROJECT, CANNIBAL: THE MUSICAL, ANNIE, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, THE LIGTHNING THIEF, R & H CINDERELLA, SWEENEY TODD, 1776 and JOSEPH.

·   Assist with outside rentals and special events like Dancing with the Eau Claire Stars

·   Supervise volunteers on work nights

·   Work with properties coordinator on fabric projects

·   Assist with hair and makeup design as able

·   Serve on the running crew for shows

 

Submit cover letter and current resume to ECCT by email at info@ecct.org, by mail or in person at 1814 Oxford Ave. Eau Claire WI 54703. Application deadline is July 14, 2023. Phone interviews with qualified candidates will start before the deadline. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Executive Director Wayne Marek at (715) 839-8877.