Costume Making Apprentice

Assist with the making and fitting of costumes for all new productions and for revivals of existing shows Contribute to the maintenance of show records, relevant notes and make detailed notes of alterations that are required Assist with the fitting of costumes Take and record accurate measurements of artists Maintain a safe & tidy work area, cleaning & basic maintenance

Training:
You will spend time in all three of our costume making workrooms
These are: Revivals Workroom, Mens Workroom
& Ladies Workroom The Training Provider is South Essex College in Purfleet, Essex, and you will work towards a level 3 Garment Maker Apprenticeship Standard College teaching will be in blocks and during this time you will work from both Covent Garden in the workplace and at South Essex College campuses in Essex for college delivery

Training Outcome:
Able to secure entry level Costume Production role or similar in the creative industries Translate designs into garments suitable for performance in a theatre costume department

Employer Description:
We bring together the world’s most extraordinary artists in live, streamed and broadcast events and performances that thrill, move and excite; that transport people to other worlds. Our theatres are in London’s Covent Garden but our work is accessed and experienced across the UK and globally through touring partnerships, cinema programmes, free outdoor screenings, radio, TV and live-streaming.

Working Hours :
Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Interest in costume making,Interest in period costume,Hand & machine sewing skills,Familiarity with sewing terms,Helpful, Positive Proactive,Punctual,Manage own workload,Self-motivated,Interest in theatre