Wardrobe Department Crew

About the Role 

• Job Type: Temporary 
• Employment Classification: Full-Time & Part-Time roles, Non-Exempt 
• Schedule Expectations: The schedule will include frequent evening, overnight, holiday, and weekend shifts. 
• Projected Start Date: May 12th, 2025 
• Projected End Date: Week of October 13th, 2025 
• Employment Duration: Please note that these are temporary positions. Candidates should be aware that reapplication is required for any future roles, and there is no guarantee of rehire or recurring employment in subsequent seasons.  
• Note: The employment terms and conditions of these roles will be confirmed upon finalization of the extension of a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local 764, which will govern these positions. 
• How to Apply: To apply, please click the “Apply Here” button below. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the application, participate in the interview process, or otherwise engage in the selection process, please contact us at jobs@littleisland.org. 

Wardrobe Department Role(s) and Hourly Rates 

• Amph Wardrobe Supervisor: $35.00/hour  
  • Prepare, load-in, maintain, and load-out both fabricated and rental costumes to support Little Island programming. 
  • Serve as wardrobe run crew for all Amph productions. 
  • Supervise wardrobe overhire crew members on a show-by-show basis. 
• Overhire Dresser: $32.50/hour 
  • Serve as overhire dresser as-needed for project specific load-ins, load-outs, show runs, and maintenance calls. 
• Overhire Stitcher: $32.50/hour 
  • Serve as overhire stitcher as needed for project-specific tech processes and maintenance calls.  
• Hair & Makeup Artist: $35.00/hour  
  • Serve as hair and makeup artist as needed for project specific load-ins, load-outs, show runs, and maintenance calls. 
  • Collaborate with designers and performers to establish and maintain character looks for duration of the show run. 

What You’ll Do 

• Work closely with the Production Manager, Associate Production Manager, project-specific designers, and other Artistic Programming staff to ensure the successful execution of the wardrobe needs for a variety of events. 
• Run wardrobe tracks during live performances, executing costume designs through alterations, fittings, and quick changes. 
• Maintain wardrobe pieces between shows, including laundering, construction, and ironing or steaming as required. 
• Collaborate with stage management and other run crew members to establish backstage tracks, quick-change locations, and seamlessly integrate wardrobe operations into Little Island’s shared backstage spaces. 
• Follow Little Island’s safety protocols and actively contribute to maintaining a safe working environment. 
• Participate in achieving Little Island’s artistic goals by providing consistent, high-quality production support for a wide range of events. 
• Perform other duties related to the park and its artistic programming operations as assigned. 

What You Bring 

• Relevant wardrobe experience, including hand sewing, clothing repairs, quick changes, quick rigging, and laundry. 
• Knowledge of maintaining rental costume pieces and conducting fittings. 
• Experience developing and documenting new wardrobe tracks. 
• Interest in working in public performance settings, where guest interaction is a frequent part of day-to-day production activities. 
• Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks, including but not limited to reaching, lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time. 
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends. 
• Eligibility to work in U.S. 
• A genuine interest and investment in contributing to our culture of camaraderie and excellence by collaborating and problem-solving cross-departmentally at Little Island. 

Benefits and Perks 

• Eligible for accrued sick time (up to 56 hours)  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Access to discounts at neighborhood businesses 

Life at Little Island

• Park employees will spend time onsite at Little Island working in outdoor weather conditions, navigating the entire park multiple times a day, and interacting with park visitors to ensure operations are running effectively. Little Island is ADA compliant, and park employees are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for each other and our park’s visitors.    
• Little Island’s Headquarters, located near the park, provides an open floor plan office, shared work areas and kitchen, a locker room, and rehearsal space. It is a dynamic and multi-use space where employees and artists can collaborate, connect, and unwind in between shifts, meetings, and events.  
• Little Island is a proud equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, familial or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.  In short, you are welcome here no matter who you are, where you come from, or what you look like. Our park is for everyone, and so is our workplace.