Costume Designer

Casting Call: Experienced Costume Designer

Job Details: We seek a highly skilled and experienced Costume Designer for an upcoming theatrical production set to open on October 26th and run through November 5th, totaling eight performances. The play is staged in a theater in Hollywood’s heart, offering a fantastic opportunity to work on a captivating production. Just so you know, while there is compensation, it is limited due to budget constraints.

Job Responsibilities: As the Costume Designer, you will be pivotal in bringing the characters and story to life through your creative and innovative costume designs. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Conceptualization: Collaborate with the director and production team to understand the vision and aesthetics of the play.

2. Research: Research the period, setting, and character backgrounds to ensure accurate and compelling costume choices.

3. Costume Creation: Design, create, and source costumes that reflect the characters’ personalities and the play’s overall theme.

4. Fittings: Organize and conduct fittings with actors to ensure costumes fit correctly and are comfortable for performance.

5. Costume Maintenance: Oversee costume alterations, repairs, and laundering throughout the production to keep costumes in excellent condition.

6. Budget Management: Work within budget constraints to make cost-effective choices without compromising quality.

7. Collaboration: Coordinate with the production team, including the director, stage manager, and set designer, to ensure a cohesive visual presentation.

8. Quick Changes: Plan and execute efficient costume changes during performances to maintain the flow of the play.

Requirements: To be considered for this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

1. Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience as a Costume Designer in theatrical productions, preferably with a portfolio of past work.

2. Creative Vision: Strong creative and conceptualization skills to translate the director’s vision into compelling costume designs.

3. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure costumes are historically accurate and suitable for the characters.

4. Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with the production team and actors.

5. Budget Management: Ability to work within budget constraints and make cost-effective choices.

6. Flexibility: Adaptability and the ability to handle quick changes and adjustments during rehearsals and performances.

Compensation Details: Just so you know, while there is compensation for this position, it is limited due to budget constraints. The exact compensation details will be discussed during the interview process. However, this opportunity offers valuable experience and a chance to contribute to an exciting theatrical production in Hollywood.

If you are an experienced Costume Designer passionate about storytelling through costume, we encourage you to apply and be part of this exciting theatrical journey. To apply, please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this project.

We look forward to receiving your applications and working with a talented Costume Designer to make this production successful!