Student Worker - Costume and Wardrobe Assistant - Waco Civic Theatre
Baylor University
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- Pay
- $15
- an hour
- Location
- Waco, TX
- Job type
- Part time
- Posted
- Nov 6
- Today
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About the company
Baylor University
Higher education · 2 to 10 employees
What you'll do
- Help design, create, and alter costumes for various productions
- Manage the organization and maintenance of the costume inventory
- Create a photo map and directory to help casts replace costumes in storage
- Assist actors with quick changes and costume fittings during performances
- Work closely with the costume designer to bring creative visions to life
- Ensure all costumes are cleaned and stored properly after shows
What you need
- Federal Work Study (FWS) students only
- Basic Sewing Skills
- Basic Knowledge of Garment Construction
- Costume Maintenance (cleaning, steaming, organizing)
- Dressing and Quick Change Assistance
- Attention to Detail
- Communication and Time Management of assigned tasks
- Patience and Professionalism
Key skills
Basic Sewing SkillsCostume MaintenanceAttention to DetailCommunicationTime ManagementPatienceProfessionalismCreativityEye for Design
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Job Title: Student Worker - Costume and Wardrobe Assistant - Waco Civic Theatre
Job Classification: Community Service, Student
Department: Community Service Partner
Hiring Manager: Kelly MacGregor
Contact: exec@wacocivictheatre.com
Work Schedule: Flexible working hours
Desired Length of Employment: Fall/Spring
Pay Rate: $15 per hour
Job Description:
Position Title: Costume and Wardrobe Assistant
POSITION SUMMARY – This position is ideal for students passionate about fashion, design, or theatrical arts, providing real-world experience in costume design and management. This position is reserved for Federal Work Study (FWS) students only.
FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
• Help design, create, and alter costumes for various productions.
• Manage the organization and maintenance of the costume inventory and create a photo map and directory to help casts replace costumes in storage in the correct places.
• Assist actors with quick changes and costume fittings during performances.
• Work closely with the costume designer to bring creative visions to life.
• Ensure all costumes are cleaned and stored properly after shows.
REQUIRED Hard / Specialized Skills:
• Basic Sewing Skills
• Basic Knowledge of Garment Construction
• Costume Maintenance (cleaning, steaming, organizing)
• Dressing and Quick Change Assistance
SOFT SKILLS:
• Attention to Detail
• Communication and Time Management of assigned tasks
• Patience and Professionalism
• Creativity and an Eye for Design
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
• Costume Construction & Maintenance – Develop skills in basic sewing, alterations, and fabric care for stage costumes.
• Fabric & Textile Knowledge – Understand different materials and their uses in costume design and maintenance.
• Time Management & Efficiency – Develop the ability to complete alterations, fittings, and repairs within production deadlines.
• Creative Thinking & Styling – Explore how to adapt and modify costumes to fit a character’s look or the director’s vision.
Employer: Baylor University
Work Location: Waco Civic Theatre
Work Address: 1517 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710