Costume Technician

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors.

Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

What you get to do :

The Costume Specialist is responsible for construction and / or maintenance of show costumes for current and / or new shows, special events, and costume characters.

They are responsible to perform duties including, but not limited to, costume shop opening and / or closing duties, distribution of daily costumes, record keeping of supplies used / needed, daily laundry upkeep, daily costume repair, and viewing shows, as directed, for costume quality assessment.

This position will also play a key role in the training of new ambassadors, as needed, and directed. You will also :

Sew both by hand and with a machine

Complete daily show costume repairs, as well as fittings and alterations as needed

Complete costume construction as new show product dictates per Costume Shop Supervisor’s request

Shop opening and closing duties, including, but not limited to, deployment & pick up of the daily show costuming, daily laundry duties, and daily reports

Conducting training for new costume shop ambassadors, as directed

Complete daily costumed character maintenance, disassemble and repair of control mechanisms, fur and feet repair (training provided)

Work with the cast, crew and stage management to maintain safety and integrity of shows, surrounding workspaces venues and dressing rooms

Maintain various props, overlays and costumes

Perform and complete assigned tasks from management as needed

What it takes to succeed :

A passion for customer service

Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Active listener with the ability to anticipate guests’ needs

Flexibility to perform varied duties

Proficient in costume construction using existing patterns, design build, alterations, and maintenance of show costumes

Must be proficient in craftwork, gluing & painting of fabrics & accessories; hand-sewing & machine sewing

Must have proficient knowledge of and ability to use basic / advanced hand tools related to the costume industry (i.e., seam ripper, hand needle, rotary cutter, scissors)

Must be able to pass practical sewing test at time of contingent offer

What else is important :

At least 18 years of age

A valid driver’s license

Theme park experience preferred but not required

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Two (2) years of experience as a seamstress, costume technician, wardrobe master / mistress or equivalent related experience preferred

Must be able to lift, push, pull and / or carry up to 50 lbs

Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift

Perform the following physical activities : kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist / waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools / keyboard / writing)

Perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals

Must be willing to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards

Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat

Must provide flexible, consistent availability (including nights, weekends and holidays) and adhere to our 2022 Holiday and Availability agreement.

Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and reporting unsafe situations

Ability to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements within established timelines

The perks of the position : Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as :

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer :

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.