Costume Technicians - Orlando Family Stage

Orlando Family Stage, formerly Orlando Repertory Theatre (or Orlando REP), one of Central Florida’s oldest arts groups, is the State of Florida’s only professional Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA), and the eighth iteration of a company founded in 1926. Each year, we reach over 100,000 individuals in our three-theatre facility and in the community through our season of professional productions, a Youth Academy of camps and classes, and innovative educational and community engagement programming. We work closely with the University of Central Florida in many different capacities – most notably, hosting the Master of Fine Arts program in Theatre for Young Audiences.



We believe the work of theatre is fostering empathy and sharing stories representing many voices, including those voices that have been marginalized in contemporary America. To that end, we embrace the power of cultural diversity and inclusion on our staff (full time, part time, and seasonal) and our Board of Directors. We continuously strive to build and maintain a team that reflects and represents the diverse community we serve.



Job Summary:

Costume Technicians will support Orlando Family Stage’s production department with the execution of costume designs, including alterations and the construction of garments. Costume Technicians are classified as Seasonal Employees and work closely with and report to the Costume Shop Coordinator and Costume Shop Manager.



Individual Duties and Responsibilities:

• Alteration of commercial and original patterns

• Cutting fabric based on patterns and prepare pieces for construction

• Costume construction, alteration, and finishing work using both hand and machine stitching

• Assistant with fittings as needed

• Assisting with millinery, dye projects, and craft projects as needed

• Additional duties and special projects as assigned



Production Team Duties and Responsibilities:

• Retain confidentiality on all aspects related to the organization, performers, and staff

• Maintain a safe, efficient, organized, and clean working environment



Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in a variety of machine sewing techniques (domestic & industrial)

• Experience in a variety of hand sewing techniques

• Ability to manage time effectively

• Ability to perform maintenance of personal work area, including sewing machinery as necessary to keep work moving effectively

• Ability to communicate with other team members concerning problems and possible solutions

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Patterning, draping, and/or millinery skills are a plus



Compensation:

Costume Technicians are Seasonal Employees hired on a per contract basis and paid hourly. The starting hourly rate for this position is $15 per hour.



Orlando Family Stage will deduct the appropriate taxes from weekly payments and Seasonal Employees may opt for Direct Deposit payments.



To apply, please send your cover letter and resume by email to avazquezmyers@orlandofamilystage.com with the subject line: Costume Technician.




Salary: $15.00 per hour