Theatrical Wardrobe Manager for Iconic Disney Production

3 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom The British Blacklist Full time
Job Title: Theatrical Wardrobe Manager for Iconic Disney Production

About the Role:
The British Blacklist is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Theatrical Wardrobe Manager to join our team in London, UK. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for overseeing the wardrobe department's daily operations, ensuring the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances.

About You:
We are looking for an individual with extensive knowledge of costume construction, laundering, and maintenance. Your ability to handle problems during performances while remaining focused and calm under pressure will be essential. Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with cast, creative, and production teams are also required. A fixed-term contract (48 hours per week) will run from mid-February 2025, with weekend and evening work integral to the role.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Liaise between Company Manager, Technical departments, Resident Creative Team, Production, and General Management Teams to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances.
  • Communicate promptly with the Company Manager, Production, General Management, and the Resident Creative Team on any day-to-day changes that might impact the running of the Production.
  • Manage, supervise, and schedule members of the Wardrobe team.
  • Supervise tasks undertaken by the Deputy Head of Wardrobe and support team members in teaching workroom skills.
  • Take an active role in teaching new members of staff, deps, and local dressers and wardrobe maintenance staff and work closely with theatre staff at the touring venues to ensure the smooth running of the production and safe handling of costumes.
  • Perform daily setup, oversee Wardrobe pre-sets, and provide clear communication within the Wardrobe team.
  • Ensure an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments.
  • Ensure all Costumes are maintained and cleaned so they are in working order for each performance.
  • Conduct costume fittings when required.
  • Learn and execute the tracks backstage for the Wardrobe Department.
  • Responsible for repairing Costumes as instructed and maintaining the show's quality as dictated by the artistic requirements and under the direction of the Production Manager and Resident Creative Team.
  • Handle any problems that occur during performances quickly and calmly.
  • Acquire familiarity with all plots/tracks within the Wardrobe department to provide holiday or absence cover for other members as required.
  • Work in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy and maintain a good working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation and good working practices, liaising closely with Disney's Health and Safety Manager.

Skills Required:
  • Experience in a similar role within a large-scale musical production working with an international cast is highly desirable.
  • Ability to handle problems during performances while remaining focused and calm under pressure.
  • Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with cast, creative, and production teams.
  • Extensive knowledge of costume construction and ability to sew and alter garments.
  • Understanding of different materials and components including Silk, Spandex, fabric surface painting, beading, and zippers.
  • Knowledge of laundering and maintaining stage costumes.

Salary: We offer a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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