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Skylight Music Theatre
Milwaukee, WI
Professional Job

Expires: 01/22/26

Job Dates

September 1st, 2025, with an end date of May 3rd, 2026

Pay

17.50/hr. ($700/week)

Skylight Music Theatre is currently seeking a Wardrobe Supervisor for the 25-26 season.


Contract start date on or around
September 1st, 2025, with an end date of May 3rd, 2026.
This is a Seasonal nonexempt position with the opportunity for paid OT when approved by the Director of Production or
Artistic Director. Pay is DOE starting at 17.50/hr. ($700/week) with some employer paid benefits.


SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
+bull; Running wardrobe for all Skylight Music Theatre productions, including pre-show/post show
preparations including laundry.
+bull; Setting up, maintaining, and breaking down of all dressing room spaces pre-show and during the run.
+bull; Upkeep of costumes and wigs during run of the show, including repairs, laundry, and gathering items for
weekly dry-cleaning pick-up.
+bull; Aiding the Director of Production and Facilities in the hiring of additional wardrobe support for shows as
needed
+bull; Working with costume plot, created by the costume designer and entrance and exit plot, generated by
stage management in rehearsals, to create wardrobe running track paperwork. Communicating with
costume designer and stage management to obtain timings of actor exits and entrances in order to plan
costume changes.
+bull; Providing costumes and dressing support for photo calls
+bull; Acting as stitcher under the direction of the Costume director during the build process as available.
+bull; Lead load-ins of costumes for start of tech and strike of costumes after closing performance
+bull; Attending all necessary meetings including, but not limited to, production meetings and company
meetings
+bull; Ensuring safety and policy adherence at all calls
+bull; Maintain organization and cleanliness of all shop and theatre work spaces
+bull; Other duties as assigned by the Costume Director, Director of Production and Facilities and Assistant
Director of Production and Facilities.




QUALIFICATIONS:
+bull; 1-3 years of professional experience as a wardrobe supervisor or similar position.
+bull; Working knowledge of sewing and serger machines, as well as basic garment construction, garment
alteration, and garment repair skills. Proficient in hand sewing.
+bull; Proven leadership skills, ability to lead small teams to a successful and productive work environment.
+bull; Ability to work closely and creatively with design teams, directors, and other members of the Skylight
Music Theatre staff.
+bull; Proficiency with computers and standard office suite. Demonstrated ability to generate and maintain
professional level wardrobe track paperwork for each production.
+bull; Ability to multitask while maintaining productivity.
+bull; Skills in costume crafts, flat patterning and draping a plus.
BENEFITS
+bull; Salary: DOE starting at 17.50/hr. ($700/week).
+bull; Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
+bull; Life and Disability Insurance
+bull; 403(b) plan

Contact

Terry Harper

Director of Production and Facilities

terryh(at)skylightmusictheatre(dot)org

http://www.skylightmusictheatre.org

Business Address

158 N. Broadway

Milwaukee, WI 53202

Posted: 07/22/2025 12:54:38 EST

Last Updated: 07/22/2025 19:00 EST

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