Job Title: Student Worker – Costume and Wardrobe Assistant – Waco Civic Theatre

Job Classification: Community Service, Student

Department: Off Campus Community Service

Hiring Manager: Kelly MacGregor

Contact: exec@wacocivictheatre.com

Work Schedule: Minimum of 10 hrs per show (hours will vary weekly)Flexible working hours

Desired Length of Employment: Fall/Ongoing

Pay Rate: $15/hr

Key Components:

This position is reserved for Federal Work Study (FWS) students only. This position is ideal for students passionate about fashion, design, or theatrical arts, providing real-world experience in costume design and management.

In a student employee capacity, may assist in working with external community service partners.
Help design, create, and alter costumes for various productions.
Manage the organization and maintenance of the costume inventory and create a photo map and directory to help casts replace costumes in storage in the correct places.
Assist actors with quick changes and costume fittings during performances.
Work closely with the costume designer to bring creative visions to life.
Ensure all costumes are cleaned and stored properly after shows.

Job Description:

Work with local organization(s) or community partners
Provide excellent customer service as a representative of the University
May assist with planning, organizing, and implementing community services or programs
May assist with various projects, activities or tasks related to community projects
May contribute to developing and maintaining good relationships with internal and external partners
May serve as a source to provide information about resources and assistance related to community program(s) or service(s)
May serve to enhance outreach for the greater Waco community
Ensure confidentiality of all pertinent information
May prepare and present information in a group or workshop setting
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Required Hard / Specialized Skills:

Basic Sewing Skills
Basic Knowledge of Garment Construction
Costume Maintenance (cleaning, steaming, organizing)
Dressing and Quick Change Assistance

Soft Skills:

Attention to Detail
Communication and Time Management of assigned tasks
Patience and Professionalism
Creativity and an Eye for Design

Learning Outcomes:

Costume Construction & Maintenance – Develop skills in basic sewing, alterations, and fabric care for stage costumes.
Fabric & Textile Knowledge – Understand different materials and their uses in costume design and maintenance.
Time Management & Efficiency – Develop the ability to complete alterations, fittings, and repairs within production deadlines.
Creative Thinking & Styling – Explore how to adapt and modify costumes to fit a character’s look or the director’s vision.

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: Waco Civic Theatre

Work Address: 1517 Lake Air Dr. Waco, TX 76706