Wardrobe Assistant Opera Saratoga • Seasonalhttp://www.operasaratoga.orgSaratoga Springs, NYOpera Saratoga, located in Saratoga Springs, New York, seeks a Wardrobe Assistant for a 6 week contract for its 2013 opera festival.
Please email cover letter and resume to Production Manager Matt Evans at:
mevans@operasaratoga.org No phone calls please.
The Wardrobe Assistant assists the Wardrobe Supervisor with all costumes and hats, build, acquisition, changeover, and provides run support for all shows. Qualified applicants should have experience supervising costume staff members and Interns. A strong background in costuming is preferred.
The Wardrobe Assistant assists/works with the Wardrobe Supervisor and Costume Designer. The Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor will help with fittings, alterations, and organization, and then manage the run, including repairs, cleaning, and rental returns. Additionally the applicant should have experience supervising costume staff members and Interns. A strong background in costuming is preferred.
The contract begins June 3 and ends after July 12, 2013. Competitive pay is available and housing is provided during the contracted time.
2013 repertoire includes
Lucia di Lammermoor by Gaetano Donizetti and
H.M.S. Pinafore by Gilbert & Sullivan.
Formerly known as Lake George Opera, the company has been in operation since 1962 and performs for more than 25,000 people annually.