COSTUME SHOP MANAGER/STITCHER
Start Date: May 18, 2026
End Date: August 30, 2026
Travel Dates: On or around May 17 + August 31, 2026
*extension for additional compensation till September 8th is available.
Compensation: $9000 for 15 weeks + travel, room, and all meals
Reports to: Production Manager and Artistic Director

* For the right candidate dates can be negotiated to an extent

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Set up, organize, and manage all aspects of the Barn+rsquo;s brand-new costume shop for the 2023 Summer season. 
- Working with multiple designers, participate in the construction, pulling, fittings, and strikes for all main stage productions,
- Collaborating with the Wardrobe Supervisor and Designer for the transition to tech rehearsals and performances.
- Schedule costume and wig fittings, rehearsal items, and notes with Stage Management in accordance with Equity rules.
- In conjunction with the Production Manager, track and maintain multiple budgets to ensure that all shows and notes are completed in a timely manner.
- Supervision of Costume Interns and Acting Interns working in the Costume Shop.
- Attend and participate in production meetings.

* A Mainstage Costume Design opportunity may be offered at an additional stipend based on experience, resume, or portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS 
- Proficiency in costume construction and modification techniques.
- Excellent managerial skills and leadership qualities while working on multiple shows at once.
- Ability to follow health and safety standards.
- Must be able to climb stairs, stand, and kneel for extended periods of time, and be able to lift twenty pounds, while working backstage effectively in a low-light environment.
- Driver's license preferred but not required. 

Send a brief cover letter, resume, portfolio and three references to the Production Manager, Lily Vetter, at Production@nlbarn.org. All items should be sent as PDFs.