Assistant Wardrobe

Spiegelworld is the planet’s premier purveyor of submersive entertainment for savvy, seen-it-all adult audiences, proudly creating award-winning, genre-defying live entertainment experiences, smash-hit shows and one-of-a-kind cocktail and dining destinations powered by the world’s most talented artists and artisans. Founded in 2006, Spiegelworld is a quirkforce of 550 organizers, agitators, dreamers, doers, insiders, outsiders and iconoclasts of every flavor, on a mission to make the world a more art-filled, inspired and playful place, one unforgettable memory at a time.

We are looking for a Wardrobe Assistant to join our team at the exciting production of the HOOK in Atlantic City, NJ. It is the primary responsibility of the wardrobe assistant to ensure all costumes and wigs are well maintained and show ready.

Primary Job Duties

• Laundry, cleaning, steaming, and pressing of costumes for the run of the show.
• Maintaining, altering, and repairing costumes, accessories, and shoes for the successful operation of the production.
• Repair, construct, clean, styling, and prep wigs for the run of the show.
• Responsible for the maintenance and integrity of design for costumes and wigs.
• Assist performers in applying wigs and facial hair before and during performances while ensuring they are wearing the wig/facial hair correctly according to the production costume design.
• Assist performers with wardrobe and quick changes before and during performances.
• Attend special costume and wig sessions or fittings when appropriate.
• Communicate as needed with the Wardrobe Supervisor, Stage Management, and Design Assistant to evaluate use and function of wardrobe to ensure a smooth and efficient tech process.
• Complete basic sewing repairs before and during performances as needed.
• Maintain expected levels of craftsmanship and artistic excellence.
• Performs all other job-related duties as requested.

The responsibilities of this position may change from time to time. Spiegelworld reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the company. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Qualifications

• Active knowledge of sewing including but not limited to:
  • Paper pattern making
  • Construction of costumes
  • Fabric cutting
  • Machine sewing
  • Installing zippers
  • Hand stitching
• Active knowledge of crafts including but not limited to:
  • Millinery
  • Jewelry
  • Footwear
  • Masks
  • Accessories
• Active knowledge of wigs and duties associated with wig tech including but not limited to:
  • Blocking Lace Front Wigs
  • Pinning and Unpinning Wigs on Performer
  • Working with Synthetic Heat Resistant Wigs
  • Setting Wigs
  • Styling Wigs
  • Wig maintenance such as washing and drying of wigs
  • Proficient at finger waves
  • Proficient at finger curls
  • Proficient with French braid
• Active knowledge of dresser duties including but not limited to:
  • Working with various fasteners such as zippers, snaps, hook and bar, etc.
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to follow sequential instructions
• Ability to focus on details
• Basic knowledge of sewing repairs such as attaching a button or mending a tear
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality, including sudden loud noises and smoke from fog effects.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to chemicals, cleansers and solvents.
• High level of mobility. Including going up and down stairs.
• Excellent customer skills.
• Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral form

Benefits

Benefits provided by Local Operator's Union 68. In addition, Spiegelworld offers employee discounts on goods and services that will help our employees live a better and healthier life.

Experience

• Sewing