Touring Wardrobe Supervisor

MEP, the producing and general management company behind The Hip Hop Nutcracker, is seeking a touring Wardrobe Supervisor for the show's upcoming national tour. This position leads the wardrobe department on the road and serves as the costume point person for each venue.



This position reports to the Production Manager, Company Manager, PSM



Key Responsibilities

-Travel with the company on all tour engagements; coordinate with venue wardrobe staff at each stop

-Pull, organize, label, and prepare costumes for performances, including distribution and travel prep

-Provide costume support during performances, including quick changes and emergency repairs

-Supervise local wardrobe staff and overhires as needed

-Manage departmental budget, purchasing, and expense/reimbursement tracking

-Maintain costume paperwork, including tracking, inventories, run sheets, care instructions, and archival records

-Oversee costume maintenance, repairs, cleaning (including professional cleaning), and preservation



Qualifications

-Theatrical touring experience required

-Experience supervising local crews, including IATSE house crews

-Proficiency in domestic sewing, serging, and hand sewing, as well as estimating and cutting fabric

-Physical capability to lift up to 30 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work long, irregular hours including nights and weekends while touring

-Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and across diverse communities



Compensation & Logistics

Pay: $1,200/week

Housing: Provided for the duration of the tour

Per diem: $75/day

Pre-tour prep: Begins the week of October 26, 2026 (approx. two weeks prior to first performance)

Tour dates: November 8, 2026 – January 3, 2027 (approximately 21 cities)



To Apply Submit a resume and three references to HHNutcrackerPM@gmail.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, [with priority given to those received by August 9, 2026]. Cover letters are not required and will not be reviewed. No phone calls, please.



MEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply.