Costume Revival Workroom Technician x2

Our Technical, Production and Costume Department plays a leading part in ensuring our performances are of the highest quality by delivering technical excellence for every performance, rehearsal, and event. 

The Royal Ballet and Opera Costume Revival Workroom team provides a costume fitting and alteration service to the Royal Ballet and the Royal Opera. The Costume Revival Workroom technicians carry out a range of activities required for the repair, alteration and making of items for revival, co-productions and hired productions to the highest standards. They work closely with guest artists, dancers, chorus, actors, and child performers.  

We are seeking to hire Costume Revival Technicians to join the team and to support all activities in the Revival Workroom 

What you’ll bring: 

Our ideal candidates will have proven experience with consistent high production standards. You will also be able to evidence: 

• A Theatrical Costume and Design course qualification to degree level, or comparable qualification/degree in a relevant craft skills area an advantage.
• Experience in craft skills workrooms with a producing theatre or venue, or comparable film/TV experience
• Practical making experience and a good knowledge of costume fitting and alteration techniques.
• Some knowledge of traditional methods of construction, periods styles, and history of costumes an advantage.
• Team player with a collaborative approach to working.
• Strong awareness of and adherence to Health and Safety policy and best practice