Theatrical Stitcher

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts (KCPA) is accepting applications for a Theatrical Stitcher to create costumes, accessories, craft, or special costume projects as assigned at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Costume Shop.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Stitcher:
  • Responsible for the manufacturing and or repairs either by hand or machine for the costumes assigned to them.
  • Manufactures historical and contemporary clothing (Costumes including but not limited to coats, vests, pants, frock coats, doublets, jerkins, breeches, knickers, skirts, blouses, dresses and appropriate underclothing).
  • Operates a variety of sewing machines including but not limited to: single needle industrial, industrial zig-zag, overlock, merrow or serger, domestic straight and zig-zag machines.
  • Completes alterations from fittings.
• First Hand:
  • Responsible for the deciphering, cutting, layout fabric for mock-ups and final garments based on the instructions and patterns created by the Draper.
  • Use basic and advanced techniques to achieve high standards of fabric cutting.
  • Under the Direction from the Cutter/Draper and/or First Hand, alter Pattern pieces.
  • Responsible for developing patterns for facings and linings based on directions from the Cutter/Draper or First Hand.
  • May supervise and hand off sewing to student workers or extra -help stitchers.
• Act as stitcher to student drapers and student first hands providing questions and insight as needed to achieve the desired outcome.
• Use industry standard knowledge, techniques, practices to discuss, inform, and educate student drapers and first hands on best practices and communication skills.
• Provide stitching support for other production departments as needed.
• Monitors and inventories costume shop supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Physical Demands

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in costuming.
• Undergraduate course work or workshops in costume construction, patterning or technology.
• Minimum two years in costume production and/or experience in a costume shop.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of specialty needlework techniques including but not limited to beading, embroidery, applique and quilting.
• Demonstrated experience in a variety of hand and machine sewing techniques.
• Ability to safely operate all costume shop equipment.
• Ability to manage time and projects effectively under production deadlines as well as work and make some judgments independently.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Basic ability to cope with and remain focused in constantly changing projects and active environments.
• Basic working knowledge of fabric types and uses for the stage.
• Basic operation, maintenance, and adjustment, stitching techniques and problem solving of sewing machines.
• Minimum two years professional garment sewing costume shop, alteration shop, tailor’s shop, or equivalent clothing manufacturing capacity.
• Knowledge of taking and recording theatrical measurements.
• Basic working knowledge of costume or fashion history.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3314 - Theatrical Stitcher position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The entry-level salary for this position is $16.46/hr.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information:

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on May 17, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Application materials should include a cover letter, a current resume, and at least three references, including contact information. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jen Cochrane at walburnc@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1017551
Job Category: Service Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu