Dresser/Wardrobe Assistant - Casual

Dresser/Wardrobe Assistant - Casual Crewe, England

HQ Theatres
Full Time Crewe, England 20743 - 28000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Job Advert – Dresser/Wardrobe Assistant

Reporting to: Technical Manager

Trafalgar Entertainment connects people through creative, innovative experiences by providing inspiring entertainment for everyone for life. At Crewe Lyceum, we are now recruiting for a Dresser/Wardrobe Assistant to join our team. Shifts are flexible/variable and include evenings, weekends, and holidays.


Here at Crewe Lyceum it is an exciting, fast-paced environment with a variety of shows, plays, music and comedy, as well as some community events. We also host functions including conferences, parties, and weddings


About the Role

The main responsibilities of the Dresser/Wardrobe Assistant will be:

Working with the visiting companies as part of a wardrobe and costume team, this role is responsible for supporting the wide variety of costumes used through the performance runs. This role joins the team from the beginning of production week throughout the run of the show.

  • As directed, assist the actors in performances with their costumes, including quick changes, pre-show dressing & post show returns.
  • As directed, prepare costumes and accessories prior to each performance to facilitate dressing and quick changes.
  • Attend technical, and dress rehearsals for the purpose of observing and learning dressing tracks.
  • As directed, assist with running maintenance including assisting with laundry collection and distribution.
  • Maintain Health and Safety, and Fire Safety procedures
  • Collaborate with all visiting producers and artists to promote good customer relations


Dates of essential Production Calls: (additional shifts may be available)

  • 13th - 18th March - Blood Brothers
  • 8th - 13th May - Rock of Ages

This is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time you may be required to undertake alternative or additional duties which will commensurate your skills, experience, and capabilities.


About you / Requirements

We are looking for individuals that can work as part of a team and individually to achieve excellent customer service and to deliver our values: creativity, collaboration, excellence, and respect.

Key attributes:

  • Passion for theatre / live entertainment
  • Knowledge of technical theatre/theatre craft from an accredited institute along with understanding of theatre production process & wardrobe/costume operations.
  • An exceptional eye for detail
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Great team spirit
  • Strong communication and listening skills
  • Understanding of Health and Safety
  • Ability to work effectively during busy times

Trafalgar Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

For more information about Trafalgar Entertainment and Crewe Lyceum please see www.crewelyceum.co.uk.

Application Process

If successful, you will be invited to an online / face to face interview / recruitment session.


Job details

Job reference
REQ00499
Date posted
23/02/2023
Application closing date
03/03/2023
Location
Crewe
Salary
9.50 p.h
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
0
Basis
Casual
Job category/type
Blank

Dresser/Wardrobe Assistant - Casual
HQ Theatres

www.hqtheatres.com
London, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
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