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Job Description / Duties

• Providing kit for sewing and cutting.
• Cutting, assembling, and altering costumes for all theatre productions under the guidance of the Head of Wardrobe and designer’s approval.
• Supervising and delegating work to stitchers and part-time staff working in the wardrobe department to ensure work is completed properly and on schedule.
• Working in a cooperative and efficient manner.
• Monitoring stock and informing the Head of Wardrobe of required materials.
• May be responsible for the handling and repairing of wardrobe during the run of shows, which may include show laundry.
• Assisting in the cleanliness of the wardrobe room.
• Other related duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications / Required Skills

• Strong time management, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Knowledge and expertise in costume techniques and materials.
• Ability to work independently and initiate tasks.
• Proven ability to direct and motivate others.
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Cutter.
• Previous work experience as a First Hand would be considered an asset.

Additional Information

TERM: Contract position dates of February 24 – August 15, 2025. Typically 40 hours/week.

This position is based in-person and onsite at the Hamilton Family theatre Cambridge (46 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge).

Due to the nature of the live theatre industry, evening and weekend work may be required.

HOW TO APPLY

For consideration, interested candidates should respond with Cover Letter & CV by Friday, Feb 14, 2025 to:
Jenine Kroeplin
Head of Wardrobe
Email: jenine@draytonentertainment.com

***Please List “Cutter/First Hand” in the Subject Line

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Drayton Entertainment is committed to providing all workers with a barrier free work environment free of discrimination and harassment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the employment selection process, please reach out directly to Natasha Hopf, Director of Human Resources, at natasha@draytonentertainment.com or 519-621-5511 ext.240 so that we may provide assistance.

Salary: Range: $28 - $30/hour

Contact Information

Jenine Kroeplin
Head of Wardrobe
jenine@draytonentertainment.com

Employer Profile

Drayton Entertainment is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization and one of Canada's most successful professional theatre companies. We present the finest in live theatre for all ages at seven unique venues across Ontario: the Drayton Festival Theatre in Drayton, Huron Country Playhouse (Mainstage and South Huron Stage) in Grand Bend, King's Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene, St. Jacobs Country Playhouse and Hildebrand Schoolhouse Theatre in St. Jacobs, and the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge. We also operate a Youth Academy in Waterloo.

Drayton Entertainment is committed to inclusion and diversity in hiring, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply without regard to age, disability, ethno-cultural identity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other historically underrepresented and marginalized identities.