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Senior Costume Technician, united kingdom
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Posted:
22.06.2025
Expiry Date:
06.08.2025
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Job Description:
We are currently recruiting for the position of Senior Costume Technician for Disney Cruise Line.
You will report to the Technical Production Manager and have an average of 2 direct reports.
Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the Costume Team providing training, performance coaching, recognition, and
feedback including documented conversations and coachings
- Daily leadership responsibilities of all Entertainment costume maintenance, cleaning, show
setting and packing out including hand and machine sewing, laundry, setting and running
dressing tracks, upkeep of dressing spaces and cleaning to meet safety and show quality
requirements
- Work with gesture recognition and articulated character costumes ensuring accurate cable
and battery connections
- Partner with Entertainment Leadership Teams regarding emergency abbreviated shows,
load ins/outs, new show installs, equipment tests, vendor support, movie premieres and
company events
- Support Cast changeovers with costume load in and out, additional rehearsals, and dressing
room changeover for incoming Cast
- Schedule the Costume Team
- Lead department meetings
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum three years of costuming experience in a theatrical environment; leadership
experience a plus
- Proven experience leading a theater technical team including daily responsibilities,
performance, scheduling and development
- Required knowledge of the construction and maintenance of theatrical costumes including
the handling and care of different types of fabrics
- Experience with dressing/quick changes in a theatrical environment
- Familiarization with domestic and/or industrial sewing machines
- Cosmetology knowledge and puppet construction or maintenance a plus
Additional Information:
This is ashipboardrole
Benefits offered year-round, on contract and off-contract, as long as return contract is signed, including Major Medical Coverage, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Retirement Savings Plan Option
You must:
* Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
* Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
* Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
* If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations
Your Responsibilities:
* Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
* Complete a pre-employment medical
* Obtain a criminal background check
* Bring approved work shoes
Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.
About Disney Cruise Line:
A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard the fleet of six ships – the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish and Disney Treasure – and Disney's private paradises in the Bahamas - Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay, crew members provide guests with unparalleled service, enchanting storytelling and immersive family entertainment that only Disney can deliver.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
excellent recruitment is the approved recruitment partner on behalf of Disney Cruise Line
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