Wardrobe Manager

Overview: The Lyric Repertory Company, a professional theatre company at Utah State University in Logan, Utah, seeks a professional, experience Wardrobe Manager.
The position is seasonal (May 20, 2024-July 30, 2024) and full-time with onsite residency required.
Responsibilities: The Wardrobe Manager holds a pivotal role, overseeing all wardrobe operations throughout the season to ensure costumes maintain their pristine quality from opening night to the final performance.
Collaborating closely with the Wig/Hair specialist, they receive training to impeccably maintain wigs and hair looks throughout the duration of the season.
Key responsibilities include coordinating with the costume shop manager to facilitate smooth costume load-ins, managing wardrobe crew, and assigning dressers to performers and specific tasks.
They meticulously organize and supervise all costume changes, collaborating with stage management to designate backstage areas and rehearse swift transitions.
Moreover, the Wardrobe Manager is entrusted with the ongoing care of costumes, conducting repairs as necessary and ensuring regular laundering.
During season strike, they assist the shop manager with final laundry, dry cleaning, restocking, and venue cleaning to wrap up operations seamlessly.
Ideal candidates possess the stamina to work extended hours and adapt to a flexible schedule, along with a willingness to travel and work across multiple venues.
Qualifications: Qualification: A working understanding of theatre and production practices.
A working knowledge of costume construction techniques, tools, and equipment.
Firm understanding of costuming and costume crafts.
Strong understanding of fabric care.
Demonstrated costume construction skills.
Demonstrated experience as a Dresser.
Demonstrated experience as Wardrobe Head.
Professional wardrobe experience preferred.
Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work site.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: A calm confident presence during chaotic production periods.
A positive, collaborative attitude and strong work ethic.
Self-motivated with a strong team orientation.
Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work with and lead groups of people toward a common purpose and work as part of a team.
Willingness to learn and do things in a way that may be different than you’re used to.
Ability to work productively and meet deadlines in an environment of change, creative process, and rigorous time management.
Willingness to meet professional standards and possess professional experience in commercial and/or regional professional theatre.
Required Documents: Along with the online application, please attach: Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”.
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
** Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience ADA: The position requires considerable physical activity.
Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects.
Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting.
Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces.
Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.
College/Department Highlights: The Department of Theatre Arts The Department of Theatre Arts offers a BFA in Performance, Design/Tech, and Theatre Education; a BA in Theatre (general studies); and an MFA with concentrations in Costume, Set, and Lighting Design.
With approximately 100 students in the combined programs and a faculty that is continually active in the profession.
The Department offers a robust slate of productions during the Utah State Theatre academic season.
The professional arm of the Department is the Lyric Repertory Company, which provides USU students the opportunity to transition their craft from the academy to the profession, with productions during the summer as well as the academic year.
More information is available at: https://cca.
usu.
edu/theatre/ and https://www.
usu.
edu/lyricrep/.
Utah State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST).
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The CCA offers a visiting artist program that brings important artists, designers, and scholars to campus, is home to award-winning faculty, features a world-class performance hall, offers internships with prominent artists and designers, and operates several international study opportunities.
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