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Wardrobe Assistant, LaplandUK

  •  UK-wide
  •  Â£10k-15k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes August 31, 2025
  •  Lucy Bond
  •  wardrobeteam@laplanduk.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

Role Overview: Job Title: Wardrobe Assistant  Salary: £15.24 per hour with £50 subs for every day worked  Start Date: 2nd November (London), 7th November (Manchester) End Date: 24th December or 15th January. Contract Type: Seasonal  Location: Lapland UK Live Site, London and Manchester 40+ hours pw

Job Description

Interviews:

  • First interviews will be with the Wardrobe Managers of both locations. These will be in person, group interviews in both Slough and Manchester. This will last approximately 2 hours. Interviews in Slough will be 14th - 16th July and Interviews in Manchester will be 21st - 23rd July. Please specify which date and location you would like to attend in your application.
  • Second interviews will be on Teams with the Costume Manager and Supervisor, these will last approximately 15 mins.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To dress performers precisely and compassionately.
  • To assist in identifying and conducting necessary maintenance in a timely manner to keep all costumes in good condition during the show dates. Making sure to keep a detailed log of any repairs, and notify the Supervisors or Manager of any concerns.
  • To closely follow systems to ensure costumes are laundered, cleaned and refreshed between shows.
  • To develop an exceptional knowledge of the costumes and the costume standards.
  • To complete all set up and closing duties necessary for the department to run seamlessly.
  • To follow cast lists in order to set the costumes for each day of shows.
  • To maintain and develop existing systems used for the smooth running of every shift/ show.
  • To work closely alongside the Supervisor on duty to ensure full support to cast including costume distribution, dressing, changes, returns and cleaning.
  • To effectively communicate running and handover notes to Supervisors and Wardrobe Assistants.

Job Requirements

Key Attributes:

  • Excellent Organisation
  • Excellent Teamwork and Communication
  • Passion for the role and the company
  • Proven experience in hand sewing and machine sewing
  • An ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Proven experience in live theatre
  • Knowledge of Costume maintenance techniques
  • Experience Laundering Costumes

Required Experience:

  • Degree or equivalent experience in Costume.

Desirable Skills:

  • Proven experience on a live show.
  • Laundry experience.
  • Costume making experience.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • To dress performers precisely and compassionately.
  • To assist in identifying and conducting necessary maintenance in a timely manner to keep all costumes in good condition during the show dates. Making sure to keep a detailed log of any repairs, and notify the Supervisors or Manager of any concerns.
  • To closely follow systems to ensure costumes are laundered, cleaned and refreshed between shows.
  • To develop an exceptional knowledge of the costumes and the costume standards.
  • To complete all set up and closing duties necessary for the department to run seamlessly.
  • To follow cast lists in order to set the costumes for each day of shows.
  • To maintain and develop existing systems used for the smooth running of every shift/ show.
  • To work closely alongside the Supervisor on duty to ensure full support to cast including costume distribution, dressing, changes, returns and cleaning.
  • To effectively communicate running and handover notes to Supervisors

How to Apply

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