Costume Shop Coordinator

POSITION CODE: 7945

DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: College of Arts and Sciences, Theatre Arts

POSITION: Staff, Non-Exempt (9 months), Full-time (40 Hours)  

SALARY RANGE: $16.90 - $19.28

HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification,

commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD: Six (6) Months 

AVAILABLE: Immediately

POSTING DATE: June 30, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled, Apply Immediately.

Definition of Classification:

The Costume Shop Coordinator oversees the daily operation of the Theatre Arts Costume Shop and coordinates all costume construction, alteration, maintenance, and inventory functions in support of departmental productions. Working collaboratively with the Director of Production, Technical Director, faculty, guest artists, and student designers, this position ensures the timely execution of costume designs while maintaining a safe, organized, and educational shop environment. The Costume Shop Coordinator supervises student employees and provides instruction in costume construction techniques, garment care, and costume shop operations. The position is responsible for planning workflow, maintaining costume inventory and equipment, coordinating costume fittings, and supporting all costume-related production activities throughout the academic year. This is a nine-month position (September through May). Evening and weekend hours are required during technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and production performances as needed. Individuals qualified to serve as costume designer may have opportunities to design productions for additional compensation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Coordinate and oversee all costume construction activities for Theatre Arts productions in accordance with approved costume designs.
• Draft patterns, drape garments, cut fabrics, construct costumes, alter existing garments, and perform advanced sewing and finishing techniques.
• Execute specialized costume crafts including fabric dyeing, embroidery, millinery, fabric painting, mask construction, jewelry modification, and related costume accessories.
• Coordinate costume fittings with designers and performers; make alterations and complete fitting notes to ensure proper garment fit and functionality.
• Attend production meetings, technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances as required to address costume adjustments and production needs.
• Supervise costume maintenance during production runs, including laundering, repairs, organization, and preparation for return to stock.
• Maintain and organize the costume shop, costume inventory, fabrics, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate the purchase or replacement of costume materials and shop supplies.
• Maintain costume shop equipment and coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance as needed.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate, and, when appropriate, recommend corrective action or separation of student employees in accordance with University policies.
• Provide instruction and mentorship to student employees in costume construction techniques, safe equipment operation, garment care, and shop procedures.
• Collaborate with faculty, guest artists, technical staff, and production personnel to ensure costume needs are completed according to production schedules.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by following all University safety procedures and theatre shop best practices.
• Maintain appropriate records related to costume inventory, equipment, supplies, and student work assignments.
• Protect confidential information and exercise sound professional judgment in carrying out assigned responsibilities.

Qualification Guidelines

Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:    

Experience/Training/Education: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional coursework or technical training in costume construction, theatrical costuming, apparel design, garment construction, pattern drafting, tailoring, or a closely related field is required.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in theatrical costume construction, costume shop operations, or a closely related environment.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts, Costume Design, Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a collegiate or educational theatre environment.
• Experience supervising or mentoring student employees or volunteers.
• Costume design experience for theatrical productions.

Knowledge and Skills:  

• Advanced knowledge of theatrical costume construction, tailoring, draping, flat pattern drafting, garment alteration, and finishing techniques.
• Knowledge of costume history, costume materials, textiles, garment care, and theatrical costume practices.
• Ability to interpret costume renderings and translate design concepts into finished garments.
• Knowledge of costume shop equipment and safe operating procedures.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple productions and competing deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with faculty, staff, guest artists, and students.
• Ability to supervise, train, and mentor student employees.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism in a collaborative academic environment.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: 

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.  May be required to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests and recruiting activities. Requires flexibility to work nights and weekends as required by the teams' schedules.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly stand, walks and sits; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; walk on a regular basis and stand for prolonged periods; travel to various locations; distinguish colors and have depth perception; reach with hands and arms; pushing, pulling and lifting;  stoop or kneel or crouch; climb stairs; lift, carry and/or move objects typically weighing up to 25 pounds.

TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed, please call (909) 748-8040. If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact us at (909) 748-8040 to ask for accommodation or an alternative application process.

HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is defined as the Hiring Range. Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.

DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECK: Possession of a valid Driver's License is required for certain positions. Employees in positions that require a valid Driver’s License will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS: For certain positions typically in Public Safety, Facilities, Athletics and Information Technology Services departments, employment is contingent upon a candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs. Public Safety Officers, in addition to a pre-employment physical exam, will also be required to pass a psychological evaluation.

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