The Department of Theatre and Contemporary Dance, a unit in the College of Arts and Sciences, is comprised of passionate practitioners of theatre and contemporary dance. We examine the place of these arts in society, bringing both classic and original creations to stage. We present our work locally, nationally, and in other parts of the world. Our shows bring audiences to their feet, allowing them to experience the expressive power and emotion of performance.

Our artistry is the result of formal instruction, individual mentoring, and the magic that occurs when people of vision and expertise work together. We give our students the space and support they need to dive deeply into the enhancement of their talents.

We produce plays, dances, original productions, works of scholarship, and publications. Our department explores all facets of professional performance, including technical production and scenic design. We are playwrights, actors, dancers, designers, and technicians, taught by leading professionals in contemporary dance and theatre arts.

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Job Summary

Seeking a highly organized, artistic, and technically proficient Associate Costume Director with leadership and mentoring skills to contribute to the training of undergraduate and MFA graduate students. This 12-month full-time position interfaces closely with MFA candidates, guest artists, and undergraduate employees in the implementation of stage costumes and crafts and dance costumes for all department productions including the summer season.

Department Specific Responsibilities Works closely with the Director of Costumes to ensure productive, timely, and safe working studio that prioritizes the education and training of students. Directs the day-to-day operations of the Costume operations studio, in close collaboration with the faculty Costume Director. Works closely with fittings in collaboration with designers, cutter/drapers, and faculty Costume Director. Cultivates a healthy and welcoming studio environment in collaboration with the faculty Costume Director. Oversees and manages all aspects of the costume studio, including theatre costume inventory and dance inventory. Grad students, guest artists, or faculty serve in the roles of designers and drapers/cutters on all productions. Fiduciary responsibility of the annual dance costume budget. Provides patient education and guidance to student costume design and costume makers of varying levels of experience and knowledge. Oversees the distribution of work in the studio. Monitors the quality, execution, and safety of all costume and craft elements during production builds in collaboration with the Costume Director. May include formal instruction of up to 3 to 6 credits per year, depending on the semester. This role works with and educates students all day long and may be listed as the instructor of record for wardrobe credit. The teaching component of this role will function as an mentor and specialist with the opportunity in teaching 1 to 3 credit course per year, as well as 1 special project 1 credit course in area of expertise. Instruction would be 2 x week or 75 minutes of formal instruction, plus prep time and at least 1 hour of office hours per week 140 minutes of formal contact instruction plus office hours and prep time each week. Directs and has oversight of employee and student crews for wardrobe and backstage function. Organization, maintenance, and upkeep of the costume inventory, fabrics, and off-site inventories. Identifies, approves, and procures all materials and supplies as needed for all costumes in collaboration with the Costume Director. Directs costume personnel day-to-day in the execution of costume plans, especially those in dance in collaboration with Costume Director. Adherence to OSHA and workplace safety standards is expected. General Responsibilities Successfully executes the creation of all costumes and accessories for productions in keeping with the high standards of the theater. Drafts and creates original patterns in muslin from designer's renderings or revises patterns from existing costumes. Cuts, drapes, stitches, finishes and tailors original, complex, sophisticated, detailed costumes or performs alterations or repairs of rented or in-stock costumes. Provides expertise, leadership, and full supervision to costume shop staff in their construction of costumes and accessories. Meets with the costume designer in collaboration with the Director of Costume. Recommends options and alternative methods, ideas, and aesthetic choices with an eye to maintaining budget constraints while also realizing artistic results. Manages and directs work-loads and schedules of staff, full time and hourly, to meet all production and performance deadlines and to complete all costumes in faithful accordance to the vision of the designer. Communicates with all professional vendors and theaters regarding sales and rental of all materials, costumes, and notions. Attends all production meetings, dress rehearsals, and performances. Oversees and is responsible for the resolution of costume problems or concerns. Researches period styles and techniques and coordinates with vendors and outside sources for materials and rentals. Provides methods and creative problem solving for all projects. Leads all costume fittings with the cast. Problem solves when situations arise such as the inadequate volume of fabrics or notions, construction of unusual designs, or poor fit or function of the costume. Directs all organization and maintenance of the shop and extensive inventory of all costumes in stock. Meets with departments gathering and organizing all pertinent information regarding costuming in collaboration with the Costume Director. May assist in development of departmental budget. Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) Preferred Bachelor's degree Theatre or similar field and/or a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Theatre or related field WORK EXPERIENCE

Required 4 years in costume design/construction or related field Preferred 3 years of professional or academic theatre production experience a plus Formal or informal teaching experience is a plus as this position may be asked to teach at least 1 formal course per year in an area of costume expertise and interact in the experiential learning on a daily basis LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required Possesses a valid drivers license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University SKILLS

Required Proficient communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Highly thorough and dependable Possesses a high degree of initiative Ability to build strong customer relationships Preferred Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Technically proficient Associate Costume Director with leadership and mentoring skills to contribute to the training of undergraduate and MFA graduate students Shares a commitment to academic theater, the mission of the department, and a dedication to fostering kindness, empathy, patience, and understanding within the costume studio and the department Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Values differences, instills trust, collaborates, ensures accountability, optimizes work processes, action oriented, nimble learning, and communicates effectively Clear understanding of fittings and professional standards in fittings and collaborative meetings Essential costume skills in alterations and maintenance Skills in word processing, Excel, and email Ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing Ability to make quick decisions in the supervision and management of students and employees Knowledge in any of the following (or a combination thereof) is desirable. Draping/cutting, fittings, dance costumes, dyeing/painting, wigs/makeup, millinery, crafts, weaving/textiles Domestic and industrial sewing machines and sergers Industrial irons, steamers, and laundry equipment Mac or PC literacy Working Conditions / Demands

This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$25.00 per hour - $28.00 per hour

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Educational Resources & Tech

Job Family: Performing Arts

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