Costume Attendant Careers

01

Create worksheets for dressing lists, show notes, or costume checks.

02

Provide dressing assistance to cast members or assign cast dressers to assist specific cast members with costume changes.

03

Arrange costumes in order of use to facilitate quick-change procedures for performances.

04

Design or construct costumes or send them to tailors for construction, major repairs, or alterations.

05

Examine costume fit on cast members and sketch or write notes for alterations.

06

Distribute costumes or related equipment and keep records of item status.

07

Check the appearance of costumes on stage or under lights to determine whether desired effects are being achieved.

08

Clean and press costumes before and after performances and perform any minor repairs.

09

Collaborate with production designers, costume designers, or other production staff to discuss and execute costume design details.

10

Monitor, maintain, or secure inventories of costumes, wigs, or makeup, providing keys or access to assigned directors, costume designers, or wardrobe mistresses/masters.