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To assist in the set-up and organisation of the department on site
In the absence of the Wardrobe Manager, be acting Manager of the team of wardrobe professionals on site
To attend training and support the Wardrobe Manager in Delivering training to the Wardrobe Team On- site
To support the wardrobe Manager in Delivering training to all Workers who will be wearing costumes on site
To develop and share an exceptional knowledge of the costumes and the costume standards
To oversee the dressing of performers precisely and compassionately
To enforce and maintain the Lapland UK Costume Standards, and to support the Wardrobe Assistants and Senior Wardrobe Assistants in doing the same
To maintain and develop existing systems used for the smooth running of every shift/ show
To oversee the identification and execution of necessary maintenance in a timely and proactive manner to keep all costumes in good condition during the show dates
To update and communicate online cast lists to assistants to set up the costumes for each day of shows
To work closely alongside the Manager to ensure full support to cast including costume distribution, dressing, changes, returns and cleaning and keeping the relative documents up to date
To oversee the handovers of Wardrobe Assistants between shifts to ensure online logbooks and communication are effective
To provide support and guidance to the Senior Wardrobe Assistants and Wardrobe Assistants
To support the Wardrobe Manager in the day-to-day running of the department, including rotas and scheduling as well as team supervision and training
To respond quickly and efficiently to any on-set Wardrobe Calls
Cooperate and create relationships with Management from other departments on site
Champion a Safe and approachable Wardrobe department
Monitor and Update the Wardrobe Rota throughout the season
Manage the Break efficiently, ensuring an accurate inventory is provided to the Costume Team
Manage the Wardrobe App to keep track of stock
Manage the Stock of Consumables on Site
Maintain the Infrastructure On-Site
To create a supportive and positive Wardrobe environment with the cast and team
To represent the company and comply with company policies
Requirements:
Excellent Organisation
Leadership Skills
Excellent Problem Solving
Excellent Teamwork and Communication
Passion for the role and the company
Proven experience in hand sewing and machine sewing across a wide range of materials
Excellent Knowledge base of different materials
An ability to remain calm under pressure
Proven experience in live theatre
Good Knowledge of Costume maintenance techniques
Good Knowledge of Laundering Costumes
Proven experience of managing a team of at least 2-3 assistants
Managing rotas
Good Knowledge of Excel and Google Drive
What we offer:
One on site meal per working shift
Lapland Shuttle bus from local train station to get to site (both sites)
On-site parking for staff (Manchester)
Holiday paid in full at end of the contract calculated at 12.07% of total hours worked
£50 Subsidy per working day to help with travel costs or Accommodation.