Wardrobe Technician, Henry J. Leir Stage

Description

• Maintain a safe, healthy, and accessible work environment.
• Actively participate in the opening and closing of all of the Festival's performance spaces, studios, exhibition spaces, and temporary tents.
• Actively participate in all assigned work calls.
• Participate in all HJL technical rehearsals and performances as a member of the HJL run crew. 
• Assist the HJL PM and Wardrobe Supervisor in communication with visiting companies to ensure the details of their wardrobe needs are clear and accurate.  

• Act as the primary wardrobe point of contact for all HJL visiting companies during their time on campus.

• Facilitate the maintenance and care for visiting companies’ costumes including washing (machine and hand), drying (machine and line), steaming and minor repairs.
• Assist in the set-up of the HJL Wardrobe Room as well as the wardrobe and dressing rooms of all venues.
• Ensure HJL’s modular dressing rooms are set up prior to the arrival of the visiting companies based on the individual needs of each group.
• Assist in any emergency costume repairs during performances.
• Assist visiting companies with packing and load-out.
• Create and maintain all necessary or assigned paperwork.
• Remain in constant communication with the Wardrobe Supervisor to ensure proper and necessary support for the visiting companies.
• Maintain a clean and orderly costume shop, laundry area, and dressing rooms.
• Participate in the training of Production Interns by offering constructive guidance and being a supportive co-worker.
• Support and assist with the construction of costumes for the season-opening Gala and School Productions as needed.
• Support the installation of work into The Pillow’s exhibition spaces. 
• Support the activation of Weather Plans for HJL and other events and activities.
• Attend departmental, production, and all-staff meetings.
• Completion of Adult/Child CPR and First Aid Training (provided to all seasonal staff prior to Festival).
• Assist other departments, including non-production departments, as needed.

Qualifications

• Collegiate or professional experience as wardrobe technician or wardrobe crew member.
• Knowledge of theatrical costume and wardrobe equipment, systems and procedures. 
• Knowledge of and experience with laundry and fabric cleaning techniques and supplies.
• Proficiency with the Google App suite.
• Ability to work proactively, creatively, flexibly and collaboratively

• Knowledge and experience working in dance production.  
• Experience working in a performing arts educational environment.
• Experience working outdoors or in non-conventional performance venues or productions.
• Valid driver’s license

• Active commitment to continuous learning as well as Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility.
• Ability to work proactively, kindly, creatively, flexibly, and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.

• Working regularly in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife including, but not limited to, rodents, ticks, and mosquitos.
• Working regularly outdoors in all weather conditions including inclement weather. 
• Working a 6-day work week including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• Moving equipment up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance.
• Moving through and between multiple locations throughout the entire campus including over uneven terrain.
• Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Working at heights above 6 feet and up to 30 feet.
• Ascending and descending straight and step ladders.
• Operating push around or drivable person lifts including at heights.
• Working in show conditions with theatrical and atmospheric elements including but not limited to: fog, haze, strobes, dim lights, and loud sounds.

1. Apply: Interested individuals are encouraged to send a cover letter, resume, and references by submitting an application using the “Apply” buttons below. Video and/or audio applications are welcome (though not required) in addition to written expressions of interest.
2. Interview: Interview with one JP Production Staff Member. Second Interview with two members of the Production Staff. Both interviews on Zoom. 
3. Supplemental Materials: There will be no supplemental materials required for this position though additional examples of the candidate's work are always welcome.

Salary : $21 - $24