Welsh National Opera shares the power of live opera with audiences and communities across Wales and England – in theatres, in neighbourhoods and online.
We are currently seeking a Touring Wardrobe Technician to deliver the highest quality presentation of the costume elements of productions, events and projects in an efficient manner that promotes a safe, healthy and sustainable working environment.
Some of the responsibilities that you will have include:
- Apply your practical wardrobe skills, knowledge and experience to ensure that productions are presented to the highest possible standard, and that the production team’s creative and artistic vision is reproduced accurately and consistently; both in Cardiff and on tour.
Provide hands on skills in the following areas:
- Washing, drying, dry-cleaning, ironing and pressing costumes.
- Repairs, minor alterations and maintenance of costumes.
- Looking after footwear, hats, jewelry and other accessories.
- Working get-ins, get-outs and changeovers of performances, involving carrying heavy costumes.
- Setting dressing rooms and dressing artists during rehearsals and performances.
- Support the company’s producing, touring, rental and co-production work in the UK and Worldwide.
- Support the work of all WNO departments including rehearsals, productions, commercial work, concerts, digital work, smaller scale productions and events.
- Ensure that areas used by Touring Wardrobe Department are kept clean and tidy, and that all
- departmental equipment is correctly stored and maintained.
- Assist with the Get In and Get Out of toured equipment
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, knowledge and experience:
- Practical skills, knowledge and experience of running wardrobe
- Basic Sewing Skills
- A working knowledge of current Health & Safety practice relevant to the role.
- Basic IT skills including use of Outlook, Word and Excel.
- A flexible approach to the requirements of the job.
- Ability to travel independently within the UK and abroad.
- Experience of working with period costumes.