Costume Attendant

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  Personal Care and Service Occupations

Costume Attendant

Also Called: Costume Draper, Costume Seamstress, Costumer, Draper, Dresser, Wardrobe Assistant, Wardrobe Attendant, Wardrobe Supervisor, Costume Draper, Costume Seamstress, Costumer, Draper, Dresser, Wardrobe Assistant, Wardrobe Attendant, Wardrobe Supervisor

What they do

Select, fit, and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers. May assist with multiple costume changes during performances.

$33,430
Starting Salary (2023)
$52,370
Median Salary (2023)
5.0%
Projected Job Growth
6,300
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Examine costume fit on cast members and sketch or write notes for alterations.
Clean and press costumes before and after performances and perform any minor repairs.
Provide dressing assistance to cast members or assign cast dressers to assist specific cast members with costume changes.
Distribute costumes or related equipment and keep records of item status.
Create worksheets for dressing lists, show notes, or costume checks.

What kind of work is this?

Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Dependability
Cooperation
Concern for Others
Stress Tolerance
Innovation
Attention to Detail

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Coordination
Monitoring
Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation

Expected Knowledge

Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Common Activities

Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

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