Costume Shop Assistant at University of North Texas in Denton, Texas

Job Description:

Title: Costume Shop Assistant

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci

Department: UNT-Dance & Theatre-121400

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $13.00 per hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Department of Dance and Theatre is housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, with approximately 400 theatre majors and minors in theatre. The Department offers a BA degree in Theatre with concentrations in Performance, Design/Technology, General Studies and Theatre Teacher Certification, and a BA degree in Dance and Dance Teacher Certification. The vibrant undergraduate program delivers a rigorous theatre education within a liberal arts context. The Department produces a full season (5-6 productions) as well as several laboratory events directed by faculty, guest artists, or students

Position Overview

The University of North Texas Dance and Theatre Department is searching for a qualified costume shop assistant. The assistant will be asked to perform a variety of tasks, including sewing, organization, moving costumes, laundry, construction, patterning, crafting, cleaning, and other duties dictated by the particular production. Must also demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills as they will be working with lab students and other staff and faculty members.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 1-3 years of theatrical experience (e.g. performance/design/backstage at any level)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic Sewing skills


• Highly organized


• Excellent communication skills


• Positive, collaborative attitude


• Ability to move items up to 25 pounds


• Ability to climb ladders


• Ability to discern color variation

Preferred Qualifications

None

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

• Assist in moving costume shop inventory to storage space.


• Sew, alter, and maintain costumes for all DATH production.


• Keep shop and storage spaces clean and organized.


• Supervise and assist Lab students during their assigned hours.


• Maintain ongoing projects and ensure the manufacturing process is running smoothly.


• Alert Faculty or Staff of any difficulties and be in constant communication with the supervisor about the progress and prognosis of ongoing projects.


• Learn, understand, and pull from costume stock as needed.


• Maintain and update accurate costume inventory.


• Solve various organizational and technical sewing problems independently and creatively.


• Continue learning and evolving sewing and organizational skills through new projects.

Work Schedule:

Maximum of 25 hours during Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; to be determined in conjunction with supervisor.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

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