Pace University
PT Head Stitcher
Pace University, New York, New York, us, 10261
Description
Description
The Sands College of Performing Arts at Pace University is seeking a dynamic and experienced technician to serve as the Part-time Head Stitcher. The Wardrobe Supervisor works on the Sands Mainstage Productions during the academic semesters, assisting the Costume Shop department and student crews.
Position DutiesAssist the costume shop department with setting the shop construction standards and coordinating the flow of the costume builds through the Costume ShopAssist with the stitching, finishing and alterations of assigned costume elementsComplete all assigned projects in an efficient, safe and timely manner while maintaining the integrity of the designer's visionSew assigned costume pieces by hand or machineComplete hand and finish work as assignedOccasionally participate in the safe practice and appropriate use of common chemical-based products found in a costume shop including, but not limited to, dye, spray paint, barge, contact cement, spray adhesives, etc.Maintain a high level of craftsmanship and artistic quality while working within deadline and budgetAssist with fittings as neededAssist with the pulling, inventorying, maintenance and transportation of costumes as neededAssist with the maintenance and laundry of costumes as neededParticipate in the end of the day shop cleaning and organization projects as neededParticipate in the maintenance, cleaning and organization of the shop, storage, tools and equipment to ensure a clean and safe environmentEnsure that the costume shop work environments, fittings, and all other workspaces and activities under the costume department's purview are safe, inclusive and respective for performers, designers and staffMaintain discretion and diplomacy in all activities to ensure that students feel supported and safeIn addition to the department supervisor, Costume Shop Manager, the Wardrobe Supervisor will also be under the direction of the Director of Production.Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time.Work Hours
Exact hours are based on the production schedule and needs for each production. Maximum of 20 hours per week. Schedule is made and agreed upon prior to the start of each semester. Some weekend and evening hours are required.
Requirements
Qualifications
The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situationsPossess strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills and the ability to work as a part of the team.Ability to manage time and productivity effectivelyAbility to multitask and achieve tight deadlinesProficiency in the operation and maintenance with domestic and industrial sewing machines and sergersAbility to skillfully operate a variety of sewing machines including but not limited to: single needle industrial; industrial zig-zag; overlock, merrow or serger; domestic straight and zig-zag machines, blind hemmerProficiency in a variety of hand and machine sewing techniquesExperience in costume crafts such as dying and distressing preferredExperience in fittings for theater, dance and/or film preferredCreative problem-solvingAbility to work both independently and collaboratively with members of the costume department, including student labor and designersAbility to work with learning studentsAn understanding of body diversity and a commitment to leading a body positive costume shop and fitting roomAbility to work well under pressure and respond calmly, with curiosity and efficiency to notes generated during the production, rehearsal and tech processAbility to work in an environment with adapting priorities based on the needs of the production and shop, while maintaining a spirit of creative thinking and problem-solvingDrive to collaborate to achieve common goals, flexible and detail-oriented.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsTeam player that requires minimal guidance to accomplish tasks that involve instructing, coaching, demonstrating, supervising, and working alongside students of various experience levels to teach them necessary technical skills.Requirements
3 years of experience in the fieldBA or BFA in technical theatre or equivalent work experienceAbility to lift, carry and move up to 50 pounds of equipment, up and down stairs in varied lighting conditionsAbility to sit/stand for long periods of time, and bend, stoop or kneel while assisting actors, staff and/or designer in execution of duties as assignedAbility to work in and with proper personal protective equipmentAbility to safely operate shop equipment and tools
Description
The Sands College of Performing Arts at Pace University is seeking a dynamic and experienced technician to serve as the Part-time Head Stitcher. The Wardrobe Supervisor works on the Sands Mainstage Productions during the academic semesters, assisting the Costume Shop department and student crews.
Position DutiesAssist the costume shop department with setting the shop construction standards and coordinating the flow of the costume builds through the Costume ShopAssist with the stitching, finishing and alterations of assigned costume elementsComplete all assigned projects in an efficient, safe and timely manner while maintaining the integrity of the designer's visionSew assigned costume pieces by hand or machineComplete hand and finish work as assignedOccasionally participate in the safe practice and appropriate use of common chemical-based products found in a costume shop including, but not limited to, dye, spray paint, barge, contact cement, spray adhesives, etc.Maintain a high level of craftsmanship and artistic quality while working within deadline and budgetAssist with fittings as neededAssist with the pulling, inventorying, maintenance and transportation of costumes as neededAssist with the maintenance and laundry of costumes as neededParticipate in the end of the day shop cleaning and organization projects as neededParticipate in the maintenance, cleaning and organization of the shop, storage, tools and equipment to ensure a clean and safe environmentEnsure that the costume shop work environments, fittings, and all other workspaces and activities under the costume department's purview are safe, inclusive and respective for performers, designers and staffMaintain discretion and diplomacy in all activities to ensure that students feel supported and safeIn addition to the department supervisor, Costume Shop Manager, the Wardrobe Supervisor will also be under the direction of the Director of Production.Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time.Work Hours
Exact hours are based on the production schedule and needs for each production. Maximum of 20 hours per week. Schedule is made and agreed upon prior to the start of each semester. Some weekend and evening hours are required.
Requirements
Qualifications
The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situationsPossess strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills and the ability to work as a part of the team.Ability to manage time and productivity effectivelyAbility to multitask and achieve tight deadlinesProficiency in the operation and maintenance with domestic and industrial sewing machines and sergersAbility to skillfully operate a variety of sewing machines including but not limited to: single needle industrial; industrial zig-zag; overlock, merrow or serger; domestic straight and zig-zag machines, blind hemmerProficiency in a variety of hand and machine sewing techniquesExperience in costume crafts such as dying and distressing preferredExperience in fittings for theater, dance and/or film preferredCreative problem-solvingAbility to work both independently and collaboratively with members of the costume department, including student labor and designersAbility to work with learning studentsAn understanding of body diversity and a commitment to leading a body positive costume shop and fitting roomAbility to work well under pressure and respond calmly, with curiosity and efficiency to notes generated during the production, rehearsal and tech processAbility to work in an environment with adapting priorities based on the needs of the production and shop, while maintaining a spirit of creative thinking and problem-solvingDrive to collaborate to achieve common goals, flexible and detail-oriented.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsTeam player that requires minimal guidance to accomplish tasks that involve instructing, coaching, demonstrating, supervising, and working alongside students of various experience levels to teach them necessary technical skills.Requirements
3 years of experience in the fieldBA or BFA in technical theatre or equivalent work experienceAbility to lift, carry and move up to 50 pounds of equipment, up and down stairs in varied lighting conditionsAbility to sit/stand for long periods of time, and bend, stoop or kneel while assisting actors, staff and/or designer in execution of duties as assignedAbility to work in and with proper personal protective equipmentAbility to safely operate shop equipment and tools