COSTUME DESIGN ASSISTANT

Company Description

Pavilion Entertainment a new media company incorporated in Trinidad and Tobago. It is dedicated to the original production of media projects and the regional distribution of both original and franchise programming. 

Transforming and advancing the regional media industry will not be easy so we need a team that will work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced, results-oriented environment. As such, the following competencies are critical to all hiring decisions:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• High self-awareness

• Ability to prioritise effectively and respond quickly

• Ability to be self-motivated and to use initiative

• Inventiveness and creativity

• Ability to work constructively under pressure and tight deadlines

• At least a basic understanding of relevant health and safety laws and procedures in production

Job Description

The Costume Design Assistant will support the Costume Designer during the production. Primary duties and responsibilities will be to:

• Help Costume Designers break down the script to assess how many characters there are, what costumes needed and analyse individual character plots

• Research costume styles, designs and construction methods suitable for the time period 

• Help develop the departmental budget, estimating the costs of staff and resources, and of hiring, buying and making costumes

• Prepare overall production schedules, as well as work on day-to-day breakdowns of responsibilities

• Purchase costumes and accessories, and swatch (sample) fabrics for the Designer

• Pre-select costumes for Designers to view, making sure there are several options for each outfit.

• Oversee fittings for crowds or extras

• Manage the transportation of the wardrobe to sets or locations

• Carry out any last-minute alterations or repairs

Qualifications

Qualifications and competencies include:

• Bachelor degree in Fashion, Costume Design or Costume Interpretation or at least 3 years’ related experience

• Some experience working with costumes in theatre or television preferable

• Strong foundation skills in ironing, steaming, adapting garments, dyeing, hand and machine sewing, alterations, pattern cutting and drawing

• Familiarity with costume budgets and estimate costs

• Knowledge of fabric qualities, clothing cuts, fits and techniques

• General knowledge of both costume history and contemporary fashion

• Keen memory

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Leadership and managerial skills 

• Ability to cope with stress

• Creative problem-solving skills

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.