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Costume Technical Apprentice, Chichester Festival Theatre

  •  South East
  •  Â£20k-25k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes July 10, 2025
  •  Gillian Watkins
  •  recruitment@cft.org.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

We are recruiting for a Costume Technical Apprentice to join us from September 2025, to work in our busy Production department. This opportunity provides experience, skills, knowledge and formal training whilst working on a range of professional theatre productions across our 3 stages and elsewhere.

Job Description

Costume Technician Apprentice

Full time, 24 month contract

National Minimum Wage (not apprenticeship wage)

You'll learn and apply the skills of a Costume technician, whilst studying the Level 3 Costume Technician - Stage and Screen Apprenticeship Standard in collaboration with Chichester College.

An Apprenticeship is an entry level paid employment position where you learn the required skills on the job under the supervision of our professional team. You will be given 1 day per week to study and/or attend college, either remotely or in person.

Full details of the role and duties can be found on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs

Amongst other tasks you'll be assisting the Costume Supervisor and Wardrobe team in ensuring that all costume aspects of the show are ready for the technical rehearsals, this may include undertaking alterations, fittings, shopping or breaking down costumes as required.

Want to find out more?

If you want to find out more about apprenticeships and working at CFT, as well as getting some advice on how to apply and meet some of the team, we are running an event in the Festival Theatre Foyer on:

  • Saturday 21st June 10.30 - 12.00
  • Saturday 5th July 10.30 - 12.00

We recommend registering by emailing mailto:[email protected] - [email protected] to let us know which session you'd like to attend, but if you haven't then please don't let that stop you attending. You're welcome to bring your parents, carers or partner with you to these events .

Job Requirements

We're looking for someone who has:

  • A professional approach to working with artists of all genders in various states of dress
  • Good housekeeping skills
  • The ability to communicate with staff at all levels
  • The ability to work well under pressure
  • Good communication skills - both written and verbal
  • Good at working in a team
  • Commitment to achieving high standards with the resources available
  • Flexible approach to working, including the ability to work unsocial hours
  • Interest in and commitment to making theatre accessible to all community sectors, and to CFT's Equal Opportunities Policy

Desirable Criteria

  • Use of a variety of sewing techniques by hand and using a machine including overlocking

Qualifications Desirable

  • GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), in English and Mathematics

  • ICT qualification or experience is desirable

Job Responsibilities

Full details of the role can be found on our website: https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs/costume-technical-apprentice

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How to Apply

When you're ready to apply, please send your CV and a covering letter or a video to [email protected] by 10am 11 July. Remember to say what role you are applying for as we have other recruitment happening alongside this post.
 
What we would like to see included in your CV is: 
Details of your educational qualifications  
Details of any work, work experience and any experience over the last two years – paid or voluntary 

What we would like to see in your covering letter/video is: 
Why is this post of interest to you?
How you came to discover your passion for Theatre Costume
what do you hope to gain from this apprenticeship?
what makes you the best candidate
Let us know any experience or knowledge you have of theatre or live events that you feel is relevant to show us your passion for the live arts industry. (Maximum 500 words)
And
Please tell us about your personal interests, hobbies and achievements that you are proud of so we can get a sense of who you are. (Max 250 words)

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