Stitcher
RWS Entertainment Group
Built upon more than 120 years of combined expertise from its subsidiaries, RWS Global launched in 2023 as an industry-leading team of four powerhouse companies—RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Together, they form the world’s largest producer of live experiences. Headquartered in New York City, London and Cincinnati, RWS Global provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions.
On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually.
RWS Global's subsidiaries include RWS, the leader in live moments by bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences; ted, Europe's largest leisure entertainment experience company; JRA, an award-winning creative studio specializing in master planning, design and project management and ARC, providing casting for theatre, film, TV and commercials. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
Reporting directly to the Costume Shop Manager
Role & ResponsibilitiesConstruct and/or alter all assigned costumes according to the supervisor’s specifications.Actively participate in a team consisting of supervisor and other stitchers.Understanding of the period, style, and techniques necessary to complete the costume within the costume designer’s guidelines.Maintain the integrity of the costume design.Comfortable using industrial, domestic, and serger sewing machines.Comfortable with stretch fabrics, beading and sequins.Travel opportunities available.Advanced skills in hand and machine sewing and finishing with an understanding of theatrical costume and construction techniques and termsDemonstrated proficiency in hand sewing techniquesKnowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterationsDemonstrated knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniquesUnderstanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumesAbility to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projectsAbility to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete the builds/alterationsExcellent organizational, communication, and time management skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and vendorsAbility to work well under tight deadlines, in a fast paced and high pressure environmentAbility to lift at least 20 lbs, as well as climb and reach on laddersExperience in the live entertainment and event production industries preferredExtremely detail-oriented and responsibleThe stitcher must be able to perform the following tasks with minimal supervision:Zipper insertionBasic tailoring skillsHemmingGarment alterations Hand sewingQuick rigging of costumesPlease Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above Roles & Responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require additional tasks be performed as assigned.
QualificationsA BFA/BA degree in the Theatre/ Entertainment fields or equivalent professional experience1-3 years of experience in the entertainment industry (costume design, assistant costume designer, etc)Motivation, dedication, passion, integrity, collaboration, and self-directionAdvanced skills in hand and machine sewing and finishing with an understanding of theatrical costume and construction techniques and terms.Demonstrated proficiency in hand sewing techniques.Knowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterations.Demonstrated knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniques.Understanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumes.Ability to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projects.Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete the builds/alterations.Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and vendorsAbility to work well under tight deadlines, in a fast paced and high pressure environmentAbility to lift at least 20 lbs, as well as climb and reach on laddersExperience in the live entertainment and event production industries preferredExtremely detail-oriented and responsibleA valid passport for the duration of employment for all travel-related roles.
Estimated Start Date: ASAP
Status: Resident, in office
Salary: Hourly, starting at $22/hr based on experienceDiversity and Inclusion Statement DIVERSE IS WHO WE AREWay more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.So bring all of who you are, no questions asked.
On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually.
RWS Global's subsidiaries include RWS, the leader in live moments by bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences; ted, Europe's largest leisure entertainment experience company; JRA, an award-winning creative studio specializing in master planning, design and project management and ARC, providing casting for theatre, film, TV and commercials. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
Reporting directly to the Costume Shop Manager
Role & ResponsibilitiesConstruct and/or alter all assigned costumes according to the supervisor’s specifications.Actively participate in a team consisting of supervisor and other stitchers.Understanding of the period, style, and techniques necessary to complete the costume within the costume designer’s guidelines.Maintain the integrity of the costume design.Comfortable using industrial, domestic, and serger sewing machines.Comfortable with stretch fabrics, beading and sequins.Travel opportunities available.Advanced skills in hand and machine sewing and finishing with an understanding of theatrical costume and construction techniques and termsDemonstrated proficiency in hand sewing techniquesKnowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterationsDemonstrated knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniquesUnderstanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumesAbility to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projectsAbility to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete the builds/alterationsExcellent organizational, communication, and time management skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and vendorsAbility to work well under tight deadlines, in a fast paced and high pressure environmentAbility to lift at least 20 lbs, as well as climb and reach on laddersExperience in the live entertainment and event production industries preferredExtremely detail-oriented and responsibleThe stitcher must be able to perform the following tasks with minimal supervision:Zipper insertionBasic tailoring skillsHemmingGarment alterations Hand sewingQuick rigging of costumesPlease Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above Roles & Responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require additional tasks be performed as assigned.
QualificationsA BFA/BA degree in the Theatre/ Entertainment fields or equivalent professional experience1-3 years of experience in the entertainment industry (costume design, assistant costume designer, etc)Motivation, dedication, passion, integrity, collaboration, and self-directionAdvanced skills in hand and machine sewing and finishing with an understanding of theatrical costume and construction techniques and terms.Demonstrated proficiency in hand sewing techniques.Knowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterations.Demonstrated knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniques.Understanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumes.Ability to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projects.Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete the builds/alterations.Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and vendorsAbility to work well under tight deadlines, in a fast paced and high pressure environmentAbility to lift at least 20 lbs, as well as climb and reach on laddersExperience in the live entertainment and event production industries preferredExtremely detail-oriented and responsibleA valid passport for the duration of employment for all travel-related roles.
Estimated Start Date: ASAP
Status: Resident, in office
Salary: Hourly, starting at $22/hr based on experienceDiversity and Inclusion Statement DIVERSE IS WHO WE AREWay more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.So bring all of who you are, no questions asked.
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