Costume Shop Director

Company: New York University
Location: New York
Posted on: May 5, 2025

Job Description:

Position Summary
Direct execution and construction of costumes for theatrical productions. Manage staff, budget, and production planning; prepare costume budgets and forecasts; instruct students on costume design, communication, and construction; and assist with departmental production designs. Supervise staff.
Qualifications

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• Required Education: Bachelor's Degree
  
• Preferred Education: Master's degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in costuming
  
• Required Experience: 5+ years relevant experience, including costume construction, theatrical productions, student instruction, budget management, and staff supervision
  
• Preferred Experience: 5+ years in Fine Arts with a focus on Costume
  
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Strong organizational skills; excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication; ability to train non-technical audiences; knowledge of draping, pattern drafting, costume construction techniques (machine and hand sewing, dyeing, fabric painting, millinery, crafts); familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software
  
• Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Expertise in draping and pattern drafting; professional membership in United Scenic Artists or IATSE; completion of costume design and construction training programs
  
  Additional Information
  In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $82,060.98 to USD $102,060.98. NYU considers various factors such as scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, key skills, internal equity, market, and organizational considerations when extending offers. This range reflects base pay only and excludes incentives, bonuses, or additional compensation. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
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