Stitcher

New York, NY
Seasonal
Experienced
JOB DETAILS
Job Title:            Stitcher 
Reports To:       Costume Shop Manager
Place of Work:  NYC HQ – 34-01 38th Ave #302 Long Island City, NY 11101   
Status:               Resident, in office 
Salary:               Hourly, starting at $25/hr based on experience

ABOUT RWS GLOBAL
Built upon more than 120 years of combined expertise from its subsidiaries, RWS Global launched in 2023 as an industry-leading team of four powerhouse companies—RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Together, they form the world’s largest producer of live experiences. Headquartered in New York City, London, Mand Cincinnati, RWS Global provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions.

On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually.

RWS Global's subsidiaries include RWS, the leader in live moments by bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences; ted, Europe's largest leisure entertainment experience company; JRA, an award-winning creative studio specializing in master planning, design and project management and ARC, providing casting for theatre, film, TV and commercials. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.


Role & Responsibilities
  • Construct and/or alter all assigned costumes according to the Costume Shop Manager’s specifications.
  • Actively participate in a team consisting of supervisor and other stitchers.
  • Understanding of the period, style, and techniques necessary to complete the costume within the costume designer’s guidelines.
  • Maintain the integrity of the costume design.
  • Comfortable using domestic and serger sewing machines.
  • Comfortable with stretch fabrics, beading and sequins.
  • Travel opportunities available.
  • Advanced skills in hand and machine sewing and finishing with an understanding of theatrical costume and construction techniques and terms
  • Demonstrated proficiency in hand sewing techniques
  • Knowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterations
  • Demonstrated knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniques
  • Understanding of period shape and how to adapt it to theatrical costumes
  • Ability to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projects
  • Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete the builds/alterations
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and vendors
  • Ability to work well under tight deadlines, in a fast paced and high-pressure environment
  • Ability to lift at least 20 lbs, as well as climb and reach on ladders
  • Experience in the live entertainment and event production industries preferred
  • Extremely detail-oriented and responsible

The stitcher must be able to perform the following tasks with minimal supervision:
  • Zipper insertion
  • Basic alterations
  • Proficient hand sewing technique 
  • Basic quick rigging 

Please Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above Roles & Responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require additional tasks be performed as assigned

Qualifications
  • A BFA/BA degree in the Theatre/ Entertainment fields or equivalent professional experience
  • 1-3 years of experience in the entertainment industry (costume design, assistant costume designer, etc)
  • Motivation, dedication, passion, integrity, collaboration, and self-direction
  • Advanced skills in hand and machine sewing and finishing with an understanding of theatrical costume and construction techniques and terms.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in hand sewing techniques.
  • Knowledge of/and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques including tailoring, period construction techniques, and alterations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in theatrical construction and quick rigging techniques.
  • Ability to collaborate with the costume team to efficiently complete assigned projects.
  • Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete the builds/alterations.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and vendors
  • Ability to work well under tight deadlines, in a fast paced and high-pressure environment
  • Ability to lift at least 20 lbs, as well as climb and reach on ladders
  • Experience in the live entertainment and event production industries preferred
  • Extremely detail-oriented and responsible

A valid passport for the duration of employment for all travel-related roles. Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (or proof of exemption) will be required.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement 
DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE
Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.
So bring all of who you are, no questions asked.

 
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