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Costume Shop - Stitcher

Employer
The Atlanta Opera
Location
30318, Atlanta
Salary
18.50 / hour
Closing date
Feb 13, 2021

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Focus Areas
Arts / Culture / Humanities
Job Function
Administrative / Clerical
Position Type
Temporary / Seasonal
Degree Level
Technical School
Willingness to Travel
Not willing to travel
Experience Level
Administrative

Job Details

SUMMARY

The artisan who assists in the implementation of costume sketches under the supervision of a Cutter/ Draper

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Sews, either by hand or machine, the costumes assigned by the team leader (First Hand or Cutter)
  • Manages time effectively on each sewing project
  • Maintains work area, including sewing machinery necessary to keep work moving effectively
  • Communicates with other team members concerning problems and possible solutions
  • Other duties, as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience in a professional costume shop required
  • Familiarity with a wide range of fabrics and materials
  • Knowledgeable in garment construction including fabric preparation, pressing, and industry sewing techniques
  • Excellent garment construction skills demonstrating experience in a variety of machine sewing techniques as well as hand sewing techniques
  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency at operating industrial and domestic sewing machines including but not limited to: single needle industrial; industrial zig-zag; overlock; merrow or serger; domestic straight and zig-zag machines
  • Ability to operate industrial steam iron
  • Be able to follow directions, ask questions, manage time and be professional
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time each day
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Punctual, personable and interested in building and expanding their skills
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Must perform the functions of the position in a safe manner

Company

Founded in 1979, The Atlanta Opera is one of the finest regional opera companies in the United States producing mainstage opera productions and excellent arts education programs for all ages. It directly serves almost 60,000 people annually in Metropolitan Atlanta and throughout the Southeast. Based on recent independent research, it is estimated that The Atlanta Opera, a non-profit organization, brings over $39 million of economic impact to the region each year. 

The Atlanta Opera strives to expand the experience of its patrons with memorable and exciting performances reflecting the highest musical and theatrical standards, while supporting community and educational programs. The Opera also works to attract the finest international, national, and regional singers, conductors, stage directors and designers. 

In 2007, The Atlanta Opera moved into its performance home at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, just inside the I-285 perimeter. Since its move to this acoustically exceptional theatre. 

In the coming years, The Atlanta Opera hopes to reach an even wider audience in this ever-expanding region and become the premier opera company in the southeastern United States.

Company info
Website
Telephone
404-881-8801
Location
1575 Northside Drive N.W.
Suite 350
Atlanta
GA
30318
US

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