Job Title: Costume Shop Supervisor

Department: CSFAC@CC - Performing Arts

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Set at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado College is a place where individuals are determined to positively impact the world. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment where students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work together. Here, you are welcomed as a valued member of the community. Colorado College is a place to explore, grow, and thrive.

Job Summary

Manages the execution of costumes, hair, make-up, attending personnel, budgets, and schedules for all CSFAC productions.

Responsibilities

· Oversee all aspects of the Costume Shop in strong partnership with staff, visiting artists and contracted employees. Ensure the completion of all costume, hair and make-up components for all productions.

· Hire and supervise Costume Shop staff (1-5 over-hire), volunteers, interns, and all wardrobe crews. Lead initiatives with clear communication and positive leadership.

· Determine timelines and financial feasibility of preliminary costume designs. Efficiently track changes and adjustments throughout the season. Manage costume budgets including staffing.

· Oversee all aspects of Wardrobe management during rehearsals and productions.

· Work to ensure materials and equipment are on hand and ready for projects to proceed in the costume shop.

· Supervise management of dressing rooms and costume shop, ensuring cleanliness and safety protocols are in place.

· Assist when appropriate with special FAC programming and events including educational programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in theatre costume design or equivalent experience plus a minimum of seven years of professional theatre costuming, wardrobe, and/or costume crafts experience; excellent leadership and supervision skills; industry knowledge of costume construction including but not limited to drafting, pattern making, draping, sewing, millinery, crafts, jewelry making and tailoring; budget management experience; strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds; general office skills, including PC/Microsoft proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in theatrical costume design and eight or more years of professional theatre costuming.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Supervises Students
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 1/24/25
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• Band D; $56,485/year

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

Please refer to https://mybensite.com/coloradocollege/

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html