Wardrobe Assistant

Interviews:

• First interviews will be with the Wardrobe Managers of both locations. These will be in person, group interviews in both Slough and Manchester. This will last approximately 2 hours. Interviews in Slough will be 14th – 16th July and Interviews in Manchester will be 21st – 23rd July. Please specify which date and location you would like to attend in your application.
• Second interviews will be on Teams with the Costume Manager and Supervisor, these will last approximately 15 mins.

Key Responsibilities:

• To dress performers precisely and compassionately.
• To assist in identifying and conducting necessary maintenance in a timely manner to keep all costumes in good condition during the show dates. Making sure to keep a detailed log of any repairs, and notify the Supervisors or Manager of any concerns.
• To closely follow systems to ensure costumes are laundered, cleaned and refreshed between shows.
• To develop an exceptional knowledge of the costumes and the costume standards.
• To complete all set up and closing duties necessary for the department to run seamlessly.
• To follow cast lists in order to set the costumes for each day of shows.
• To maintain and develop existing systems used for the smooth running of every shift/ show.
• To work closely alongside the Supervisor on duty to ensure full support to cast including costume distribution, dressing, changes, returns and cleaning.
• To effectively communicate running and handover notes to Supervisors and Wardrobe Assistants.