Costume Designer (part-time)

Costume Designer/Wardrobe Supervisor

Durham Academy Upper School is seeking a creative and experienced costume designer/wardrobe supervisor to join our acclaimed high school theatre program for the 2026-27 season. We welcome candidates available for both productions, as well as those available for only one production.
Schedule:
Fall Play: Pride and Prejudice (Kate Hamill version)
Rehearsal period: September 2 - October 15, 2026
Tech/Dress rehearsals: October 17-21, 2026
Performances: October 22-24, 2026
Winter Musical: TBD
Rehearsal period: November 9, 2026 - February 11, 2027
Includes one-week Thanksgiving break two-week winter holiday break
Tech/Dress rehearsals: February 12-17, 2027
Performances: February 18-20, 2027
Responsibilities:
Design costume concepts and plots for each production
Source, purchase and/or construct costumes within established budgets
Supervise and mentor a group of student costume/wardrobe assistants (grades 9-12)
Work with student crew 1-2 times per week during rehearsal period
Supervise tech rehearsals, dress rehearsals and wardrobe/dressing room during performances
Collaborate effectively with directors, production team, technical crew and performers
Manage costume fittings, alterations and maintenance throughout rehearsals and performances
Qualifications:
Proven experience in costume design for theatrical productions
Demonstrated experience working with and mentoring student technical crews
Strong organizational and project management skills
Experience costuming large ensemble musical productions preferred
Collaborative working style and excellent communication skills
Familiarity with educational theatre environments preferred
Compensation:
Design fee to be negotiated based on scope of each production
Additional hourly rate for onsite supervision of student costume/wardrobe crew
To apply: Send a resume and cover letter to Director and Fine Arts Academic Leader James Bohanek at james.bohanek@da.org.