Summary

TheaterWorksUSA (TWUSA) is seeking an experienced Costume Stitchers for our costume shop. Since 1961 we have been a trailblazer in the not-for-profit theater industry with our repertoire of 141 literature–and history-based plays and musicals playing a leading role in the rise of theater for young audiences as an art form. We are proud to say that 100 million children, educators, and families have joined us at the theater to enjoy titles ranging from classics like CHARLOTTE'S WEB and FREEDOM TRAIN to contemporary favorites like DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL and THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL.

Compensation and Location:

Winter '22: December 19, 2022 - January 14, 2023

Spring '23: January 23, 2023 - March 25, 2023

This position is part-time hourly paid at $20.00/hour. Applicant must be local to the metro- NYC area and able to report to work in midtown New York City. Flexible hours available. Overtime pay provided when over 40hrs.

Most hours Monday – Friday but weekend hours available and needed as well.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position reports to the Costume Shop Supervisor and will be responsible for the following:

• Alterations and fixes including both hand sewing and machine sewing
• Fabric Distressing and Painting
• Assist with load-ins and loadouts of costumes between costume shop, storage, rehearsal studios, and tour vehicles
• Organization and documentation of designs and fittings
• Comfortable with Industrial machines
• Occasional shopping as needed
• Other duties as assigned

A successful candidate will be:

• Committed to an equitable and inclusive community
• A collaborative team member, empathetic listener, and solution-oriented problem solver.
• Able to coordinate a variety of competing tasks simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge, interest, and passion for theater for young and family audiences.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of Microsoft Teams is a plus.

Application and Instructions:

Please submit a resume and a statement that includes what excites you about this position and include your approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion. EDI is an important part of TWUSA’s mission, and we ask you to share the ways you imagine bringing a commitment to EDI to your work. No “cover letters” necessary. While we ask that resumes be submitted in written form, we invite applicants to submit their application via a written statement, audio, or video recording - whatever form best suits your self-expression.

• TheaterWorksUSA serves a diverse, nationwide audience and strives to build a staff, board, and programming that reflects the diversity of our audience. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have been historically underrepresented to apply.
• TheaterWorksUSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. TheaterWorksUSA will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability including gender dysphoria and similar gender-related conditions, gender (including pregnancy), veteran or military status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including status as a transgender individual), predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws.
• TheaterWorksUSA complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact us.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York, NY 10001: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Garment construction: 2 years (Required)
• Fashion design: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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