Seeking Costume Shop Stitcher (Seasonal)

Cedar Point, one of the oldest amusement parks in the country, is looking for energetic, creative, driven staff for it's 2025 season. Each year, Cedar Point's Live Entertainment division produces over 15 productions including interactive/immersive shows, music reviews, cover bands, special events, and more! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to be apart of our Summer production team.

Benefits: Low cost on site housing for our seasonal associates, free bus service, employee cafeteria, discounts on merch/food locations, unlimited access to Cedar Point Beach, extensive local merchant discounts on goods/services, free entry to additional amusement parks around the country, and family/friends comp tickets.

Reports to: Costume Construction Supervisor

Responsibilities:
Sew theatrical costumes to the specifics requested by management, in a timely fashion.
Assist with fittings as needed.
Execute all alterations as requested.
Maintain confidentiality related to company and performer information.
Work on costumes from patterning, cutting, stitching, and finishings.
Communicate supply needs to shop leadership.
Maintain a neat workspace.
Be able to work with and manipulate paper patterns.
Assist with load out and in of costumes.
Shadow dressers on production tracks.
Serve as stand in Production Dresser in emergency situations.
Periodically deliver costumes to venue from shop, extensive walking is involved.
Operate Domestic sewing machines and industrial/domestic steamers and irons.
Must be able to work nights, mornings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Any other duties deemed necessary by management pertaining to the Costume/Prop and Performance department.

*Please Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above role responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, requirements, and may require additional task be performed as assigned.

Knowledge + Experience:
Must be actively pursuing or have obtained a Bachelor's degree in Theatrical Costuming or related field of study; or any equivalent combination of relevant background and work experience.
Minimum of 1-2 years professional costume shop experience in a theatrical setting.

Skill:
Maintain positive attitude, high level of organizational, communication, problem solving skills and ability to work well in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
Expertise in theatrical costume construction, hand and machine sewing.
Strong knowledge + understanding of wardrobe practices/principles.
Ability to work with paper patterns.
Some knowledge with pattern manipulation.
Willingness to learn operations of Industrial equipment.
Knowledge of construction techniques and use of materials, interlinings, and interfacings in manufacturing of garments.
Ability to construct and alter theatrical costumes using Cedar Point techniques and guidelines.
Must be able to take instruction in a professional and positive manner.
Must be able to work in a team environment and maintain a professional work ethic.
Must be able to multitask on several projects and productions at the same time.
Must be able to work in a collaborative environment.
Will be required to pass a sewing test.

Applications can be submitted here: https://cedarfair.jotform.com/242724679810867
Please submit a resume w/references and portfolio.
Please use the link to apply, emailed resumes will not be accepted.