Costume Technology Supervisor

Working Title: Costume Technology Supervisor Official Title: Artist Employment Class: Non Instructional Academic Staff FTE: .60 Compensation: Starting at $22.56/hour FLSA Status: non-exempt Terms of Employment: academic year, fixed term terminal Position Summary:
Directs the planning, operation, and supervision of the costume shop including the cutting and
construction of costumes for all productions and/or supervision of costume shop personnel; and
supervises alterations, purchasing, and rentals of costumes for each production and assists with
technical and dress rehearsals. Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily operations of the costume shop including maintaining paperwork and budget, scheduling personnel, and fittings
• May develop and manage the budget including the ordering and purchasing of materials and equipment
• May supervise, train, and mentor personnel (skilled and unskilled labor) and/or students in costume construction.
• Designs, constructs, alters, and fits costumes according to production needs.
• Monitors and instructs personnel and students in the safe handling of costume shop equipment.
• Organizes and ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the costume shop, equipment, and costume pieces.
• Collaborates with production staff to rig costumes in order of appearance/need or for quick changes.
• Attends rehearsals as needed

Qualifications Required: Knowledge of costume technology
Experience in pattern making, Draping, Cutting and Historical Costume Construction
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion Preferred:
Degree in Theatre
Experience in costume shop supervision is preferred To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Letter of Intent, Resume, Contact information for three references

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/ .

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by October 30, 2020 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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