Costume Assistant

RADA are looking someone with at least three years’ experience within a wardrobe environment to join their costume department to support the smooth running of the department. The role requires the applicant to have a strong background in sewing and alterations who will work alongside the other members of the Costume team in the preparation of the shows.

Main Responsibilities

• Supervising shows and mentoring the students in their show roles.

• Assisting in the overall maintenance of the Costume Store and its costume.

• Working alongside and informing students during the run-up to Academy productions

• Have a strong background in sewing and alterations and work alongside staff and students to complete production work.

• Being point of contact and selecting of costumes for the in-house presentations of the 1st and 2nd year acting students, and other such relevant projects.

• Assisting in the good housekeeping of the Wardrobe Department and Costume Store.

• Keeping a record of costumes borrowed from the Costume Store and Gower Street Department.

• In collaboration with the Lead WHAM tutor, having an overview and understanding of the WHAM requirements for the shows.

• Participating in staff show duties on a rota basis with the rest of the Costume staff.

• Supporting and encouraging by example, the highest educational and professional standards needs and general wellbeing of students on courses and at all levels within the Academy.