The University of Iowa, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (CLAS) and Office of Performing Arts and Engagement, has a Costume Fabricator
position available in the Performing Arts Production Unit serving Dance/Opera. This is under the University classification title of
Fabrication Specialist (PEB2). This is a full time Professional and Scientific position with a salary of $48,000 to commensurate.
This position will serve as the Costume Fabricator for the Department of Dance, the School of Music Opera Department, and/or Theatre. The
production schedule includes two Dance concerts, eight to ten Dance events, and two Opera productions per year while also providing support
to numerous student and classroom projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- All aspects of costume fabrication
including measurements, fitting costumes, patternmaking, draping, garment construction, alterations, and tasks related to completion of
costumes. - Oversee Dance Department costume inventory, including checkout/maintenance for student, classroom, and Space Place
Theatre projects. - Dyeing, craft work, costume shop organization, equipment maintenance and stock inventory upkeep
- Responsible for facilitating effective, healthy, and productive production environments in collaboration with the artists, faculty, and
staff.
For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to kellie-kucera@uiowa.edu.
Education Required:
- BS/BA/BFA degree
in theatrical production for theatre, dance and/or opera or equivalent educational and professional experience.
Required Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience in major university or professional costume shop
- Demonstrated ability to work independently from costume renderings, drawings, and sketches with only verbal instructions from the
Costume Manager. - Working experience in costume construction including, draping, pattern creation, cutting, sewing, wigs, and
costume crafts. - Detail oriented while demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated
and an independent thinker who consistently meets deadlines, resolves conflicting priorities, and has outstanding interpersonal skills
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in the creation of Millinery.
- Ability to mix dye and
alter color with the use of a commercial dye vat. - Experience in the creation of dance costumes.
- Experience with student
performers and/or crews in an academic shop or production environment. - Sewing machine repair and maintenance.
Position and Application details:
For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #24001252.
In order to be
considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting
and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction
history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be
requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
in the United States.
For additional questions, please contact: kellie-kucera@uiowa.edu
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on
the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability,
genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational
preferences.