Stitcher/Costume Assistant

Job Summary

La Comedia Dinner Theatre is seeking a Stitcher/Costume Assistant to join our team in creating and fitting costumes for our large scale musical theatre productions.

Duties

• Assemble and sew costumes as directed by the Costume Designer
• Assist with fitting sessions, making necessary adjustments for optimal fit and comfort
• Maintain and organize costume inventory, ensuring all pieces are properly stored and accounted for
• Support costume construction by cutting fabrics, patterning, and applying embellishments or finishing touches
• Assist in the repair, alteration, and cleaning of costumes to ensure they are ready for performances
• Daytime hours Monday - Saturday with additional evening and weekend overtime hours during Tech Weeks

Skills

• Proficiency in sewing machine operation and hand-sewing techniques with attention to detail
• Experience with garment construction, patterning, and fitting processes
• Familiarity with theater production and understanding of performance needs and deadlines
• Ability to climb ladders to access costume storage
• Ability to lift/carry costume boxes weighing up to 50 lbs

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person