Rabbit Run Theater is hiring a Costume Designer Date: November 11, 2019 DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 17, 2020 Job Overview: The Costume Designer (CD) reports to the Executive Director as a production-specific, independent contractor position. Salary range is commensurate with experience, and is highly competitive based on comparable theatres in the region. The CD will have the freedom to operate independently but must have the ability to work closely with the director and season producer. The successful candidate will have the ability to sew, tailor, and work with multiple different periods and styles. RRT has an extensive period costume collection and existing relationships for affordable costume rentals. The CD is expected to work within a specified budget, attend production meetings, schedule measurement appointments and costume fittings with the production stage manager and attend each rehearsal during tech week (typically 6:00 – 10:30 pm) through Opening Night of each production. The CD is also responsible for any mending or replacement of costumes during the run of each production and for the cleaning and return of any rentals at the end of the production. Weekly cleaning of costumes is handled through an outside source. The two productions available for the upcoming 2020 season include: KISS ME KATE – First Tech: May 24, 2020 / Performances: May 29 – June 13, 2020 NEWSIES – First Tech: July 5, 2020 / Performances: July 10 – 18, 2020 TO APPLY: Interested candidates should email cover letter, résumé, and references to: rabbitrunoffice@windstream.net. Subject header should read: [LAST NAME], COSTUME DESIGNER. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 17, 2020. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: Work with director and producer to ensure designs are within budget and appropriate to the vision and style of the production • Design and construct or arrange rental of costumes for production • Engage, and oversee community volunteers when appropriate • Mend or replace costumes as needed and arrange for rental returns at the end of the production QUALIFICATIONS: Exceptional project management skills • Strong communication skills • Ability to collaborate and be a team player • Proficient technical skills in period-specific design and sewing • Experience managing expenses and budgets EXPERIENCE: Preferably 2 years of experience working in a small scale theatre • Some staff management and administrative experience # # #