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Employer name: UCLA Department of Theater
Date Posted: May 24, 2010
Applications must be received by May 31, 2010
Link to the job description and application site:
UCLA link to the job description follows:
https://hr.mycareer.ucla.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1269473777119
Job Title: Costume Shop Supervisor
Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent patterning & construction skills, BA, BFA in Theatre/Costume Technology or related field, professional costume experience & the ability to work effectively in a positive, lively environment. MFA in Costume/Costume Technology preferred.
Job Description:
The Costume Shop Supervisor works in association with the Department Chair, the Director of Production, the faculty Production Committee, and the costume design facultyin the training of costume design students and the planning, preparation, and execution of theatrical costumes for departmental productions. Overall responsibilities include the organization, supervision, and maintenance of the department's costume shop, facilities, equipment, costume stock, and associated wardrobe facilities at a level consistent with professional standards. Other responsibilities include assisting the faculty in the supervision and guidance of graduate and undergraduate costume designers.
Employer Name: Williams College
Contact Information:
The Office of Human Resources, Williams College
100 Spring St., Suite 201
Williamstown, MA 01267
Phone: (413) 597-3129
e-mail: hr@williams.edu
http://www.williams.edu/admin/hr
Position Available: May 17, 2010
Cover letter and resume must be received by June 15, 2010
Date Posted: May 24, 2010
Job Title: Assistant Costume Shop Manager, Theatre Department
The College is seeking an Assistant Costume Shop Manager to assist in the day-to-day operation of a busy Costume Shop. The shop serves an active Dance Program, Theatre Department and provides wardrobe support for other performing arts events. Under the direction of the Costume Shop Manager the Assistant Managers primary duties include construction of costumes from designers renderings, assistance with measurements and fittings, maintaining and supervising use of costume stock and storage, help maintain equipment and supervision of the Costume Shop in Managers absence.
This is a full-time, nine-month, two-year term position beginning August 30, 2010. Hours vary within the academic year based on production needs; occasional overtime is required.
Candidate must have experience in theatrical costume construction techniques, including patterning, draping, cutting, stitching, assembly and alteration. BFA or MFA in Costume Technology or related field of study and/or 3 years of full time professional or high-level academic costume shop work required. For optimal consideration please submit cover letter and resume by June 15, 2010. Band 18.
Please apply to Job #300622-CSDF
Employer name: Kansas State University
Contact information: :
Dana Pinkston, Costume Designer, KSU,
129 Nichols Hall, Manhattan KS 66506.
Date Posted: Dec. 21, 2009
Job Title: Costume Shop Manager
Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent patterning & construction skills, BA, BFA in Theatre/Costume Technology or related field, professional costume experience & the ability to work effectively in a positive, lively environment. MFA in Costume/Costume Technology preferred.
Job Description: Costume Shop Manager
The Theatre Program of Kansas State University is accepting applications for the position of Costume Shop Manager. Management responsibilities include: hiring, training and supervision of student labor, payroll, budgeting shop funds, equipment / facility maintenance. Production responsibilities: management of the costume build for a 5 production season. This includes patterning, construction development / execution, supervision of costume construction and alterations by staff, and quality control.
The Costume Shop Manager gives limited support to two dance concerts per year. Teaching responsibilities: two sewing labs per year and mentoring costume students.
Salary/Compensation: Competitive
This is a nine month position with a full benefit package.
Please send letter of application, resume and three current letters of recommendation to:
Dana Pinkston, Costume Shop Manager Search, 129 Nichols Hall Dept. CSTD, Manhattan , Kansas 66506 -2301.
Review will begin January 30, 2010 and will continue until position is filled. Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. A background check is required.
Employer name: Columbia College Chicago
Contact information: : Dr. Sarah Jordan, Chair
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL 60604
E-mail: Fashion846_873@colum.edu
Web Site: http://www.colum.edu
Date Posted: Dec. 1, 2009
Two Full-time Faculty Position in Fashion Studies.
Minimum Education: Master's Degree
Minimum Experience: 2 - 3 years
Job Type: Full-time
Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. We are seeking applications for two full-time tenure-track or tenured faculty positions (rank open) in Fashion Studies beginning August 16, 2010.
The College currently has over 800 undergraduate students studying Fashion Design and Fashion Retail Management with a comprehensive program of courses and programs in fashion that cater to a diverse student body. The department is developing curriculum that emphasizes aspects of design, business, theory, and practice, and will include cross- and inter-disciplinary offerings within a vibrant environment where innovation and experimentation are actively encouraged and nurtured.
Position #846 - Fashion Designer and Educator:
Qualifications: Include an advanced or terminal degree in Fashion Design or related specialty and/or substantial equivalent industry experience, a documented record of accomplishments in professional practice, research, and/or teaching, and demonstrated competence in interdisciplinary approaches.
Candidates must possess demonstrable pattern-making, draping, construction, and tailoring skills as well as possess expert knowledge about 20th and 21st century fashion and design history. Experience with computer design and pattern-making software such as Gerber, Lectra, Photoshop, and Illustrator is preferred. Strong technical, collaborative and communication skills are required as well as strong experience or potential for working in a culturally diverse work environment.
This faculty position requires excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level or experience in related activities that suggests strong likelihood of success in the classroom and demonstrates clear understanding of the industry and educational standards relevant to designers, practitioners, managers, and future leaders in the diverse field of fashion.
Position #873 - Fashion Business and Management:
Qualifications include an advanced or terminal degree in Fashion Business or Management or related specialty and/or substantial equivalent industry experience, a documented record of accomplishments in professional practice, research, and/or teaching, and demonstrated competence in interdisciplinary approaches.
This faculty position requires excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level or experience in related activities that suggests strong likelihood of success in the classroom and demonstrates clear understanding of the industry and educational standards relevant to designers, practitioners, managers, and future leaders in the diverse field of fashion.
The preferred Candidate will possess expert knowledge about the evolution of fashion and retail management issues, and will have the ability to address and forecast current and future issues and challenges. Strong technical, collaborative and communication skills are required as well as strong experience or potential for working in a culturally diverse work environment. The successful candidate will embrace technology in the classroom as well as encourage the many uses for technology in advancing new modalities of retail beyond bricks and clicks.
Teaching Load:
Teaching load is 3 courses per semester. Full-time faculty members also advise students and participate in curriculum development and committee service at the department and college level. The use of active teaching and learning approaches is expected, as well as a demonstrated ability to embed course concepts in real world application. Tenured and tenure track faculty are also expected to continue active research, creative endeavor, or professional practice and professional development in his/her field.
Columbia College Chicago encourages female, LGBTQ, disabled, international, and minority individuals to apply for all positions. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Applications should include a letter of application, C.V., teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and the names and contact information of three references.
Review of applications will begin January 11, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. Positions are contingent on funding. Please send application materials to: Fashion846_873@colum.edu | 
