Spv, Costume Shop & Res De

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Open Date 05/05/2026 Requisition Number PRN44951B Job Title Spv, Costume Shop & Res De Working Title Costume Shop Coordinator Career Progression Track D Track Level FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, aligned with rehearsal and production timelines. The role is highly active and involves physical tasks such as lifting, organizing materials, and working in shop and performance spaces.

VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00079 - Theatre Department Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 50,000-53,000 Close Date 08/31/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The Department of Theatre at the University of Utah-an active R1 institution with a rigorous annual production schedule of 5-6 shows-seeks a highly organized, collaborative, and hands-on Costume Shop Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in supporting the artistic and educational mission of the department by mentoring students, managing costume production processes, and ensuring the successful execution of all costume-related aspects of departmental productions.

This position is integral to the success of the Department of Theatre's production program and educational mission. The Costume Shop Coordinator & Production Support Specialist serves as both a skilled practitioner and dedicated mentor, ensuring students gain practical, hands-on experience while maintaining high production standards.

Responsibilities

Production & Design Support

• Read and analyze scripts for all departmental productions to anticipate costume needs and challenges.
• Collaborate closely with student designers to support show organization, including instruction in garment measurement, sizing, and fit evaluation.
• Attend all costume fittings and maintain detailed fitting notes for designers and shop staff.
• Participate in photo calls, assisting designers with dressing room organization and execution.
• Attend all first and second dress rehearsals, with additional attendance at third dress rehearsals for complex productions.

Student Mentorship & Training

• Mentor student stage managers in effective communication and collaboration with the costume shop.
• Guide student designers through the full costume production process, providing instruction in practical skills and professional standards.
• Train wardrobe crews for each production, ensuring preparedness for rehearsal and performance demands.

Costume Shop Operations

• Build, alter, and repair costumes in support of production needs.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of costume shop personnel on departmental projects.
• Ensure all costume notes, builds, and deadlines are met for key milestones such as photo call and dress rehearsals.

Budgeting & Purchasing

• Manage costume budgets for all productions, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Source costume materials and garments through both online and in-person shopping.
• Accompany students on local shopping trips and execute all purchases, as students do not have direct access to departmental funds.
• Process returns and maintain accurate transaction records using Concur or similar financial systems.

Inventory, Rentals & Logistics

• Coordinate costume pulls from local theatres and external partners, including transporting students to off-site locations as needed.
• Organize and maintain costume inventory, including borrowed items.
• Manage laundry and maintenance of costumes during show runs and oversee post-show strike and cleaning.

Technical & Production Support

• Organize, repair, and/or build mic packs for productions requiring them.Ensure all costume elements are performance-ready and meet production standards

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Costume Design, or related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); four years professional costume design experience; and training in textiles, theatrical cutting and draping, dying, scheduling, personnel management, budgetary supervision, and theatrical design required. Excellent oral and written communication skills; supervisory and training skills; the ability to work in a detail- and deadline-oriented environment; and a commitment to service excellence also required. A Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design is preferred.

Preferences

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in costume construction, alteration, and wardrobe management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple productions simultaneously.
• Experience mentoring or teaching students in a theatrical or educational setting.Familiarity with budgeting processes and financial tracking systems (e.g., Concur).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a university or educational theatre environment.
• Knowledge of professional theatre production practices and standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in collaborative and instructional contexts.

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Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only