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Costume Technician-Temporary

College of Fine Arts

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Costume Technician-Temporary

  • 499829
  • Craft / Trades Staff
  • Temporary
  • Opening at: Sep 11 2024 - 09:45 CDT
  • College of Fine Arts

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. 

TCU Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report Notice of Availability

Texas Christian University is committed to assisting all members of the campus community in providing for their own safety and security. TCU’s Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The statements of policy contained within this report address institutional policies, procedures, and programs concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, emergency notifications and timely warning of crimes, sexual and interpersonal violence, and personal safety at TCU. Additionally, this report outlines fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus housing facilities, as well as residence hall fire statistics. 

The Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report can be found on the TCU Police Department website at https://police.tcu.edu/annual-security-report, or a paper copy of the report may be obtained by contacting the TCU Police Department at 817-257-7930, or via email at police@tcu.edu.

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