Costume Specialist Lead Opportunities – Universal Epic Universe

Job Summary

Supports management in leading daily activities of department and team members by performing the following duties.

Major Responsibilities

• Provides work direction to team members. Monitors compliance of current Company and department policies and procedures. Communicates performance, behavior standards, and expectations; provides feedback for recognition and performance improvement. Captures written behaviors using the Lead Observation Report to support managerial and supervisory documentation.
• Monitor equipment and supplies and initiates repair/replacement/re-order process. Monitors the progress of the process to assure timely completion. Completes administrative tasks relating to the process and other activities as assigned.
• Provides assistance to the Costume Specialist I’s and Costume Dressers as needed with issue, fitting, and dressing tasks.
• Ensure the costume work areas remain clean and organized.
• Gather weekly performer scheduling through UO computer system to facilitate costume preset process. Monitor and facilitate special events requests.
• Observe shows/character sets for costume appearance notes to maintain quality. Communicate and troubleshoot with Entertainment Supervisory team members as it relates to issue/notes that have arisen surrounding costumes.
• Organize and assist with training of new and current team members. Ensure trainer is identified and that training is being delivered per Standard Operating Procedure.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education

• High school degree or GED required.
• Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 0-1 Year: Ability to perform basic costume repairs and completion of 90 days of service with Universal Orlando required
• Six months to one-year experience providing work direction, and previous theatrical experience preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Florida Driver’s License preferred.
  
  

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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