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adjunct Costume Shop Manager:Villanova UniversityJob description:adjunct Costume Shop ManagerTo view the position details and/or apply to a position, click on theView Detailslink below the Job Title. If you have questions about the application process, please refer to theApplicant FAQ's.
Posting DetailsDo you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ's. Posting Details (Default Section)Posting Number:: 20244193S Position Title:: adjunct Costume Shop Manager Employment type:: Staff Job location:: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type:: Internal/External candidates Work Schedule:: part-time/10-months Avg Hours Week: 20 Department:: 146-Theatre Position Summary:: Under the supervision of Villanova Theatre Department's (VTD) Costume Shop Manager, the adjunct Costume Shop Manager assists with the technical theatre elements related to costumes, hair/makeup, wigs, and all elements of costume design for VTD productions. The primary responsibility of the adjunct Costume Shop Manager is to supervise the day-to-day operations of the costume shop. Responsibilities include leading in the construction and fitting of costumes according to the Costume Design, assisting in the pulling and renting of costume pieces, and assisting in the cleaning, organizing, and storing of all costume pieces. This individual will provide training and guidance to student workers and foster and maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Additionally, the adjunct Costume Shop Manager with serve as costume coordinator for all Villanova Student Theatre (VST) and Villanova Student Musical Theatre (VSMT) performative events, supervising the pulling of costumes, costume fittings and alterations, load-in, and strike of these productions. The adjunct Costume shop Manager is also responsible for the organization of Villanova Theatre's costume stock and any rentals of costume pieces. The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the capability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, strong written and verbal communication, organizational expertise, and the capability to work as part of the team which includes student populations. Flexible work schedule required (i.e. occasional evening and weekend work) tasks and Job responsibilities:: Lead the Costume Build Process for Villanova Theatre Productions: » Create patterns for all costumes pieces that will be built in the shop. » Utilize student work force as first hands and stitchers. » Assist Costume Shop Manager and Costume Designer in scheduling and managing fittings including setting up fitting room and taking/distributing fitting notes. » Train and schedule work study and graduate student first hands and stitchers. » Communicate with student design adjuncts regarding scheduling of fittings, fabric and shopping orders, yardages and notions needed per project and professional practices. Lead Technical Coordinator/Costume Shop manager for Student co-curricular groups: » Supervise any fittings, alterations, or builds for Villanova Student Theatre (VST) and Villanova Student Musical Theatre (VSMT) productions. » Assist costume shop manager in purchasing, tracking budgets, gathering receipts, and handling returns of all purchased costume elements for these groups. » Advise student costume designers on design elements, schedules, and budgets for VST and VSMT productions. » Arrange trips to Villanova Theatre's costume stock with student designers. » Attend student group production meetings, design runs, and technical rehearsals as required Organization and Oversight of Villanova Theatre Costume Stock : » Assist costume shop manager with organization of costume stock. » Serve as primary point person for outside rentals from costume stock » Serve as primary point person for costume donations. Attend Villanova Theatre Events when Requested: » Events could include show-specific events such as design runs, technical rehearsals, or production meetings. » They could also include full department events such as meet and greets, orientations, or other full-staff events. » Event attendance will be discussed with the Costume Shop Manager and Production Manager. Perform other tasks and assist with projects as assigned : » tasks could include fulfilling rehearsal requests (rehearsal clothing, shoes, etc.), assisting with wig or makeup items, or assisting with the wardrobe team Minimum Appropriate qualifications:: Formal Education » Associates Degree. Preferably in theatre design or technology or fashion. Work practice » 2-3 years of practice in costume construction, shop management, or as a shop technician. Work expertise (e.g., written and verbal communication expertise) » capability to work with individuals of all practice levels. » practice teaching and mentoring students. » Strong verbal communication expertise. » Strong organizational expertise and capability to help maintain an inventory of costume shop equipment Specific Job expertise (e.g., expertise of principles and procedures related to field and area) » Proficiency in costume construction and alteration techniques » Proficiency in draping and pattern making » expertise of costume crafts, millinery, fabric dying » Basic expertise of purchasing and accounting Equipment expertise Operative expertise of: » All types of home and industrial sewing machines » Overlock machines » Industrial irons Preferred Appropriate qualifications:: Formal Education » BA or BS in Theatre or fashion with an emphasis in costume construction Work practice » 3-5 years of practice in costume construction, shop management, or working as a shop technician. Work expertise (e.g., written and verbal communication expertise) » Teaching practice a plus Specific Job expertise (e.g., expertise of principles and procedures related to field and area) » Costume design practice a plus » Wardrobe practice a plus » practice with costume fittings and interacting with actors a plus Equipment expertise » practice with 3D Printers a plus » practice with wigs or hair/makeup a plus Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: : Equipment used: » Sewing machines (homemaker and industrial) » Overlock machines » Steam irons » Steamers » Fabric scissors Daytime work hours (primary), nights and weekends as assigned. Must be able: to lift and physically move up to 30 lbs. bags of clothing, stand for 5-7 hours a day, withstand finger pricks from pinning clothing to be sewn, sit and sew for 5-7 hours a day if needed. Special Message to candidates:: Posting Date:: 10/28/2024 Closing Date (11:59pm ET):: income Posting Information: : Commensurate with practice. income Band:: 11 Job Job Category:: non-exempt References NeededReferences NeededMinimum Number of References Needed: 3 Maximum Number of References Needed: 3 Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity? » Indeed.com » Higheredjobs.com » Glassdoor » Chronicle Vitae » Academic Keys » PA CareerLink/JobGateway » Professional Affiliation/Trade Website » Diversity Association/Publication Website » Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication » Referred by a current employee » Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee » Heard about Information technology at a conference or career fair » Browsing the Villanova website » Cabrini University employee » Other » * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A. (Open Ended Question) Documents needed to complete your application:Required Documents» Cover Letter / Letter of Interest » Other Document » Resume / Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents Skills:
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