Costumes Apprentice
Summary:
Trinity Repertory Company’s apprenticeship program offers intensive professional training at a Tony Award-winning regional theater. Apprentices are an integral part of our theater company and serve alongside our staff in artistic, administrative, and production-based departments. The apprentice program is looking for artists and professionals ages 21 and up who are hoping to launch careers in theater. Apprentices will learn on the job for approximately 35 weeks.
To be considered for an apprenticeship, you must complete the online application in Paylocity. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
- Professional Resume
- Cover Letter
Applications without these attachments will not be considered. Depending on the department, references, portfolios, or writing samples may be requested.
Details and Benefits:
- Housing accommodations
- Furnished housing with utilities provided (heat, electricity, water & Wi-Fi)
- Parking (at the house and theater)
- After deducting housing and taxes, at least $250/week* in pay
*Exact amount depends on W4 Tax Withholding Form
Additional Benefits:
- Complimentary tickets to all productions
- Invitation to opening night performances and reception
- Monthly professional development and seminar series
- Eligible for Trinity Rep health insurance – employee contribution is $15/week
- Staff discount on Trinity Rep concessions and merchandise
- Opportunity to take free acting classes
- Strong community of staff and former interns/apprentices
Apprentices will not be able to work in other positions at the theater during their contracted 35 weeks, but overtime may be required on occasion and will be compensated at time + a half. Depending on their schedule, apprentices may be able to take additional work outside the theater as long as it does not interfere with their hours at Trinity Rep.
Job Description:
The Costumes Apprentice works as a full time member of the costume department. The apprentice will switch off from either working in the costume shop, building and altering costumes, or working backstage on show call as a wardrobe assistant. This apprentice has the opportunity to build a piece from muslin all the way to a finished garment, as well as learning more about alterations, finishing work, wig maintenance and crafts with flexibility to learn other specialized areas of interest. This apprentice will also learn the skills to organize and run a show from backstage; choreographing quick changes, formatting wardrobe paperwork, and doing practical laundry and costume prep/maintenance. This program requires a collaborative attitude, willingness to learn and a positive outlook. Sense of humor is a plus!
Learning Objective
- The main objective of this program is to teach apprentices with hands on experiences in a safe working environment. The apprentice will be involved in every facet of theatrical costuming. It is an opportunity to see how each production has different costuming needs, how different designers and shop staff approach solutions while collaborating with multiple departments, designers and actors.
Apply at:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1527510