JOB TITLE: Stitcher-Dresser

REPORTS TO: Costumes Supervisor and Wardrobe Supervisor

JOB TYPE: Seasonal with hours worked as needed to meet production goals. Based on the production calendar must be able to work irregular hours, evening hours, long shifts and weekend shifts. Union and non-union contracts available.

DESCRIPTION: Dresser+rsquo;s are responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and removal of all costume designs for all productions and events at Riverside Theatre.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

-Maintain positive attitude, possess strong leadership skills, high level of organizational, communication, problem solving skills and ability to work well in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
-Previous experience in academic or professional costume settings.
-Prior sewing experience a must.
-Must have a valid driver's license.
-Must be able to lift 25 pounds


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

-Uphold the Core Values of Riverside Theatre.
-Assist Costume Shop Manager and Wardrobe Supervisor with all necessary responsibilities as assigned.
-Serve on Wardrobe crew for Riverside theatre's productions.
-Assist with any alterations as assigned by Costume Shop Manager.
-Assist with the setting, maintenance and upkeep of all wigs/hair for guest artists as necessary.
-Work with stage management to locate and provide all rehearsal costume pieces and accessories, including shoes, skirts, hats, etc.
-Assist the Costume Shop Manager with assignment of duties to costume shop/volunteer staff.
-Assist in the maintenance of costumes during the run of a show, including but not limited to, dry cleaning, laundry, and repairs.
-Assist in maintaining the organization, equipment, and safety of all costume areas including the main costume shop, costume storage, and dressing rooms.
-Attend meetings, rehearsals and events as needed.
-Attend all strike calls and assist as needed.

Riverside Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity will be extended to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or any other status protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Riverside Theatre's core values are at the forefront of all that we do - Ensemble Staffing; Pursuit of Perfection; Community Leadership. Valuing cultural, intellectual, and experience-based diversity, being inclusive when meeting the needs of the staff and audience, and pursuing perfection enables us to provide a welcoming, safe, and creative environment for all that participate.


DISCLAIMERS: All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed.



Riverside Theatre Core Values

Pursuit of Perfection. Ensemble Staffing. Community Leadership