At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a creative team in crafting stunning costumes for theatre and productions.
- Company: Join the Royal Ballet and Opera, a top arts organisation in the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, full-time hours, and a vibrant work environment.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the arts by bringing designers' visions to life.
- Qualifications: Degree in theatrical costume or relevant craft skills with supervisory experience.
The predicted salary is between 50492 - 50492 £ per year.
Location: Covent Garden, London
Employment type: Permanent, full time (42.5 hours per week) – Salary: £50,492.64 per annum
In this role you will lead staff and manage all activities in the Revival Workroom required for the repair and making of items for revivals, co‑productions, and hired productions, achieving the highest standards to realise the designers’ creative vision.
Qualifications
- Theatrical Costume qualification to degree level, or a comparable qualification/degree in a relevant craft skills area.
- Proven track record in craft skills workrooms with a major production theatre or venue, or comparable film/TV experience, with supervisory experience.
- Extensive practical making experience and a sympathetic approach to creative concepts, able to interpret and realise them in practical terms.
- Excellent knowledge of costume fitting and alteration techniques.
- Positive leadership style, leading by example.
- Strong awareness of and adherence to Health and Safety policy and best practice.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Royal Ballet and Opera is one of the UK’s leading arts organisations and we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and skills. We particularly welcome applicants from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer a suitable interview to eligible candidates.
