Costume Shop Manager

Costume Shop Manager

Salary

$39,300.00 - $66,800.00 Annually

Location

Charleston County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

2026087

Agency

University of Charleston

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

7/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Class Code:

CG20

Position Number:

140686

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN07

Hiring Range - Min.

$39,300.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$47,000.00

Opening Date

06/15/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

Activity

1. Develops costume construction plans for the mainstage season, working closely and collegially with the Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Director, Choreographer, and production teams for a large Theatre & Dance production program of 8 (+/-) shows. Leads the construction of costumes to ensure that the final product accurately reflects the designer's and director's intentions and that costumes are constructed safely and effectively. Guides students through costume construction methods in keeping with standards in professional theater and ensures that costumes are constructed within budgetary limits and deadlines.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

35

Activity

2. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates up to 10 student employees in the costume shop, who build costumes for departmental productions. Supervises 40-50 students per semester who work in the costume shop and on wardrobe crews as a part of laboratory requirements for technical theatre classes. Coaches students through the safe use of equipment and professional construction techniques. Acts as Foreperson, head cutter, and stitcher. Ensures the safety and security of the shop and the students.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

25

Activity

3. Meets with the costume design faculty to determine optimal solutions to execute designs. Authorizes and initiates the procurement of Costume Shop equipment and supplies. In consultation with the Artistic Director, prepares and manages show budgets for costumes and ensures budgets are not exceeded, are updated in a timely fashion, and can be reported as requested in spreadsheet format.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

15

Activity

4. Provides technical support related to costumes for the department. Ensures that all equipment and supplies are maintained for use in class and for productions. Responsible for inventory of wardrobe stock and ensuring the condition of the stock. Establishes and maintains a system for ensuring that costumes are borrowed and returned to stock for student and guest productions.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

15

Activity

5. Attends design and production meetings, dress and technical rehearsals, as necessary and determined by the Artistic Director. During summer, executes shop cleaning, restocking, and equipment maintenance, and develops construction, staffing, and budgeting plans for the next academic year.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

10

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Theatre with a focus on costumes and/or a professional theatre experience. Minimum 3 years relevant experience required, and significant supervisor experience is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the performing arts and specific knowledge of costume construction with advanced sewing skills required. Ability to determine fiscal needs, evaluate projects, and propose solutions for costume aspects of the department's production program. Ability to work effectively with individuals at varying levels of costume experience and to direct and instruct student employees' work. Must know costume crafts, makeup, wardrobe, patterning, and period construction techniques. Must be familiar with the protocol observed in costume shops in professional theaters. Must have skill in maintaining schedules and budgets for costume construction. Ability to use computer software applications and email programs including skills in use of spreadsheets and/or other budgeting accountability and to facilitate communication across production teams. Supervisory experience, especially supervision of student workers is desired. Must have exceptional organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster a positive and collaborative work environment that supports faculty, students, and the directors of the productions.

Additional Comments

Some evening and weekend work is required. Must be physically able to lift/carry boxes &/or equipment used in a standard costume shop.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

• Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted onlinehttps://jobs.cofc.edu.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of Charleston Address 66 George Street

Charleston, South Carolina, 29424

Phone 843-953-5512

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.