Job Summary:

The Costume Technician will support the Dance Costume Shop in constructing new costumes and altering rented, borrowed or stock costumes for dance productions.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Works closely with Dance Costume Shop Supervisor to construct costumes, make alterations, and/or repair of costumes, and create millinery pieces.
2. Keeps track of supplies and convey any needs to Costume Shop Supervisor.
3. Assists in duties for daily set-up and clean-up of the Costume Shop.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Proficient in use of domestic and industrial sewing machines, sergers, blind hemmers, and industrial irons.
• Proficient in garment construction.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• 2 years’ experience as a cutter, stitcher, and tailor for theatrical costumes.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to speak publicly in small groups, leading small groups.
• Ability to use strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

AA/EEO Statement:

As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.