Costume Shop Intern

Boston, MA
Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description:

The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our interactions with designers, directors, performers, and choreographers, to costume builds and alterations. Internships are tailored to the skills and interests of the individual student. Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience (sewing, crafting, and more) in a fast-paced environment- Musicals, Concert Dance, Drama/Comedy, and Opera are all worked on at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Specific skills for stage costuming are practiced, including stretch fabrics for dance pieces, how to rig a costume for a quick change, and how to make a costume easily alterable for many wearers. Tracking, labeling, sorting, and recording all costume items are the foundation of our work. Will train on industrial machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with costume fittings as needed

  • Assist with organization of costume pieces for theater, dance, and opera productions

  • Assist with labeling of costume pieces

  • Assist with alterations from fittings

  • Assist with costume crafts as needed

  • Assist with small builds as needed

  • Assist with maintenance and upkeep of all costume facilities

  • Assist with setup and teardown of fitting areas as needed

  • Assist with administrative duties as needed

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma

  • Experience in Costume, Fashion, Technical Theater, or related fields

  • Strong interest in stage costuming

  • Basic foundation in garment construction

  • Proficient in operating a sewing machine

Hourly Rate: $18

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)PDN-a08e628a-7306-4b83-80f8-68aaca5174d7

Job Description:

The Costume Shop Intern will learn about the functions of an educational Costume Shop, from our interactions with designers, directors, performers, and choreographers, to costume builds and alterations. Internships are tailored to the skills and interests of the individual student. Interns assist with day-to-day needs of the costume shop, learning through hands-on experience (sewing, crafting, and more) in a fast-paced environment- Musicals, Concert Dance, Drama/Comedy, and Opera are all worked on at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Specific skills for stage costuming are practiced, including stretch fabrics for dance pieces, how to rig a costume for a quick change, and how to make a costume easily alterable for many wearers. Tracking, labeling, sorting, and recording all costume items are the foundation of our work. Will train on industrial machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with costume fittings as needed

  • Assist with organization of costume pieces for theater, dance, and opera productions

  • Assist with labeling of costume pieces

  • Assist with alterations from fittings

  • Assist with costume crafts as needed

  • Assist with small builds as needed

  • Assist with maintenance and upkeep of all costume facilities

  • Assist with setup and teardown of fitting areas as needed

  • Assist with administrative duties as needed

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma

  • Experience in Costume, Fashion, Technical Theater, or related fields

  • Strong interest in stage costuming

  • Basic foundation in garment construction

  • Proficient in operating a sewing machine

Hourly Rate: $18

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)PDN-a08e628a-7306-4b83-80f8-68aaca5174d7

About Berklee College of Music

Berklee is the preeminent institute of contemporary music and the performing arts, offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs at its campuses in Boston, Massachusetts, and Valencia, Spain, and through its award-winning distance learning program, Berklee Online. Dedicated to nurturing the creative and career potential of the world’s most inspired artists, Berklee’s commitment to arts education is reflected in the work of its students, faculty, and alumni—hundreds of whom have been recognized with Grammy, Tony, Oscar, and Emmy awards.

At Berklee College of Music and Boston Conservatory at Berklee, students explore interdisciplinary approaches to music, dance, theater, film, business, healthcare, education, technology, and more. Our pioneering youth programs reach underserved classrooms throughout the U.S. and beyond. With students and alumni from more than 100 nations and educational partners across the world, we are forging new connections among art forms, musical traditions, and technologies to build a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative global arts community.

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