The Glimmerglass Festival seeks an Assistant Wardrobe Manager for its 2026 Summer Festival Season.

The Assistant Wardrobe Manager position works as a member of a 10-person Wardrobe team; they report to the Wardrobe Manager, and work alongside another Assistant Wardrobe Manager, Wardrobe Staff, and Wardrobe Apprentices.

The primary goals of the position will include assisting the Wardrobe Manager in supervising the Wardrobe Crew in the running and changeover of all Costumes for the Festival+rsquo;s productions; leading the setup of the Wardrobe House; facilitating communication between the Stage Manager and Wardrobe Crew; oversee the upkeep (maintenance, repairs, laundry, etc.) of Costume Pieces; be present for all tech rehearsals and assigned shows/performances; and perform wardrobe dressing duties.

Much of the work this position performs routinely involves lifting Costumes to elevated positions, and may require occasional use of sewing tools for custom projects or repairs. A successful candidate will have knowledge in running costumes backstage in repertory, have experience dealing with quick changes, and have the ability to establish comfort and trust quickly, as well as the ability to cultivate a positive work environment.

Some projects will be worked on independently, while other projects will require working in a group setting. The responsibilities of this position require the employee to be physically present on campus to complete the tasks assigned. This position has offices or workspaces that require the employee to climb flights of stairs. Additional training, workshops, and seminars may be provided during the season.

This is a seasonal position; employees who work well within the team are often asked to return for subsequent seasons. Commitment to safe work habits and shop practices is essential. Must be willing to abide by Glimmerglass Festival+rsquo;s current and potential future health and wellness policies.

This position runs June 1 to August 23, 2026. $18.50/Hr. Housing provided.

The hiring process is highly competitive; some positions are filled as early as January. Early applications are encouraged. All positions will be posted for two weeks prior to the start of the interview process and applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. This job was posted on December 1, 2025.