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Job Description / Duties

Job Title: Second Wardrobe
Reporting to: ATD Wardrobe
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Type of Position: Seasonal Contract / Union
Division: Company
Department: Production
Direct Reports: IATSE Local crews while in the performance venue.

Purpose: Reporting to and the ATD Wardrobe, the incumbent is responsible for the management of the Ballet's wardrobe when delivering performances locally and on tour. The incumbent ensures good relationships with a variety of interest groups, including casual labour, IATSE locals and personnel, the performing arts industry, and the community at large. The Second Wardrobe will assist the ATD Wardrobe with the day-to-day management of the performance wardrobe including prep, fittings, alterations, and the backstage running of the show while on tour.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Mentorship:
Communicates our mission and values to all
Provides a comfortable and safe place to
Motivates and develops direct reports.
Contributes to good inter-departmental communication and interpersonal

Wardrobe Prep:
Unpacking rented wardrobe.
Organizing the racks in the shop alphabetically by dancer, by gender.
Pulling the appropriate costumes and accessories for fittings by consulting the casting, dancer measurements and the measurements of the costumes.
Making sure all costume pieces are labeled properly following the fitting (cloth label for costumes, tape label for accessories, hats etc.)
Distribute accessories into accessory flats as per casting. Label the accessories flats and provide a list of contents.
Complete alterations as notated during fittings.
Double check that all alterations and labels have been done. Check for pins and tags, just to be sure.
Steam all garments in preparation for the studio dress rehearsal (there will be media present).
The general organization of the show’s costumes and accessories including all jazz shoes and jazz boots.
Double check casting and keep track of who shares costumes. Casting changes on a regular basis.
Assist with and generate paperwork when requested.
Studio Dress: Responsible for setting up Studio B with the wardrobe supervisor. During the studio dress rehearsal, you would assist the dancers and take notes of possible quick changes or costume notes and alterations.
Sort and complete laundry following the studio dress.
All paperwork you generate shall be stored on SharePoint in an editable electronic copy.

Loading/Strike:
Pack the wardrobe and supplies into wardrobe crates on loading day. These crates will be shipped to the theatre.
When the wardrobe returns to the studios, the Second Wardrobe will assist in the unpacking, sorting, laundering, drycleaning and return of the wardrobe to either it’s origin (when rented) or the Alberta Ballet warehouse.
Upon completion of all cleaning of the costume pieces, the Second Wardrobe will ensure all alterations made to rented pieces are reversed prior to packing for shipment.

On Tour Wardrobe Management:
At the theatre you and the ATD Wardrobe will be responsible for directing the local dressers on how to set up the dressing rooms, prep the wardrobe, do laundry, and dress the show. You are primarily responsible for the men and their wardrobe. The ATD Wardrobe is responsible for the women and their wardrobe.
The Second Wardrobe is responsible for keeping track of the touring wardrobe supplies and will notify the ATD Wardrobe when supplies are running short.
The Second Wardrobe along with the ATD Wardrobe will lead by example and have a hands-on approach to managing the show once on tour. This creates a team-oriented environment between the AB staff and the union locals working on the show.
Should any major casting changes happen on tour that require additional fittings, the Second Wardrobe will notify and consult with the ATD Wardrobe regarding the fitting and alterations.
If at any point a change is requested that affects the overall design or function (including requests from the artistic director, choreographer, designer, dancers, etc.) of the costume, the Second Wardrobe will notify and consult with the ATD Wardrobe to find a solution.

Administration:
Responsible for the general organization of information contained within the wardrobe department including Dresser Tracks, Costume Tracking, Fitting notes, Laundry Lists, Crate Lists, Make up & Hair notes.
Managing all digital and hard copy files. Digital archives are preferred over hard copy.
Maintain all fitting notes to be used in the creation of costume inventories.
Maintain the company wardrobe inventory at the company studios, warehouse location and in the venue.
Assist the ATD Wardrobe with establishing dancer fitting schedules and ensure tracking of fittings completed.

Key Relationships:
Ensure working relationships with the Artistic and Production department personnel, Wardrobe as well as with representatives of the Alberta Ballet School.
Ensure working collaboration with Alberta Ballet administrative staff.
Foster good relations and communication with a variety of interest groups, these include suppliers, IATSE locals, the performing arts industry, and the community at large.
Act always in the best interest of Alberta Ballet in promoting its artistic objectives.

Direct Reports / Supervisory Duties:
Supervision of casual IATSE crew members in theatre.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Sound interpersonal, team building skills, and a positive attitude.
Strong leadership skills.
2 years minimum wardrobe experience that may include but not limited to theatre and film production.
A post-secondary education in wardrobe construction is of benefit, but not required.
Strong understanding of the wardrobe build process.
Strong sewing skills and the ability to perform complex alterations.
Must have good working knowledge of Office365.
Position will be required to have membership with IATSE 212 or have sister status with IATSE 212 if from an outside local. Must be Pink Card eligible. If the selected candidate is not a current member, they will be required to join IATSE 212 as a permittee and eventually gain full membership status.

Working Conditions / physical requirements:

The schedule for prep in the studio is Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm and is outlined in the production schedule for days of work required.
The Second Wardrobe will be required to travel with the company primarily between September and May (including December, no exceptions) or as outlined in the production schedule.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, and speak and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Must be prepared to use his or her own personal vehicle for occasional company business and will be reimbursed for such use on a per kilometer basis.
A demonstrable ability to handle a deadline oriented, fast paced environment.
The Second Wardrobe is expected to be punctual, personable, and work well with others. This position requires strong organizational, leadership and problem-solving skills and a self-motivated attitude towards the work.
Primarily (but not limited to) working at the Alberta Ballet studio and warehouse for prep and the Southern and Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditoriums during performance weeks.

Additional Information

The position of Second Wardrobe is subject to the rates, terms, and conditions as outlined in the IATSE White Contract and IATSE Canadian Pink Contract. This position is included as Alberta Ballet Regular Crew. The Second Wardrobe position is subject to all Alberta Ballet company policies and procedures.

Salary: Min$ 27.50 per hour

Contact Information

Human Resources HR@albertaballet.com

Pleases submit your cover letter and resume via our career opportunities site: https://www.albertaballet.com/alberta-ballet-careers

Employer Profile

Alberta Ballet's vision is to ignite creativity, inspire excellence and foster a lifelong love for dance through innovative performances, rigorous training and inclusive education, enriching the cultural fabric of our community and beyond. Our Company mission is to build on the classics and embrace innovation with the aim to inspire the next generation of dancers and audiences with exceptional new works and revolutionary ways of performing.

Alberta Ballet is committed to an inclusive workplace culture. This includes valuing diversity in our workforce, providing a safe work environment and fostering a culture of belonging. We believe a workplace with equal opportunity employment fosters creativity and strengthens connections to the communities we serve.