Theatre Costume Technician (Continuous)

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Theatre Costume Technician supports the production of theater technical operations in the costume area, in collaboration with the costume area staff/faculty. The incumbent helps support the costume technician during the various student-run productions throughout the year. Responsible for: costume construction, alteration, and finishing work; costume patterning, draping, and cutting; costume restocking and costume goods inventory. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to one to two years of experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, and/or sound/audio production or related field; or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• General knowledge of methods and problems related to applicable production specialty areas, working knowledge of design principles, and the ability to translate design specifications, blueprints, or drawings into applicable costume, scenery, lighting, and sound production.
• Working knowledge of and ability to use the patterns, methods, materials, and equipment involved in the construction and reconstruction of costumes and related accessories. Foundation knowledge of applicable software packages for applicable production specialty and the ability to use standard features.
• Ability to identify and appropriate materials and supplies needed for projects and manage materials budgets for production specialty and specific projects.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: Performing Arts Technician I / 0840 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $21.47 - $26.16 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $21.47 - $31.27 per hour.
• HOURS: Intermittent, on-call; hours and schedule vary.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.

General Information

• Applications are currently being accepted to establish a Performing Arts Technician POOL. Applications for these on-call positions will be accepted on a continuing basis through June 30, 2025, or until an adequate amount of applications have been received.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link:
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Equal Employment Opportunity

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