The Wardrobe Trainee supports senior staff in the costume department with basic alterations, pressing, cleaning, equipment setup, and costume research as needed.
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Working Life
The Wardrobe Trainee works under the direction of senior members of the costume department.
Role and Responsibilities
- Carry out simple alterations and perform tasks such as pressing or cleaning items of clothing, setting up the work area and making sure machinery is in working order.
- Research, when necessary, on issue to do with costume.
- Carry out tasks calmly and efficiently when under pressure.
- Problem solve and work on one’s own initiative as required.
Works with
- Costume Designer
- Costume Supervisor
- Costume Breakdown Artist
- All of the Costume Department.
Qualities - Wardrobe Trainee
Is this role right for me?
For this role, you need:
An ability to understand and take direction from senior department members.
An interest in costume design, different fabrics, and costume history.
Good sewing skills and competency with relevant machinery.
To be proactive and use initiative to do jobs that need doing.
Ability to carry out research and good computer skills.
A positive energy, enthusiastic attitude, and a desire to learn.
Good time management skills and the ability to work under time pressure.
An awareness of how film sets operate and the importance of continuity in wardrobe.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Interests - Wardrobe Trainee
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Entry / Progression - Wardrobe Trainee
Education Route: This is an entry level position. A relevant qualification in fashion or design can be beneficial.
Career Path to Wardrobe Trainee: Regardless of education, enthusiasm, interest, and design or sewing skills are important.
Career Path from Wardrobe Trainee: Wardrobe Assistant, Costume Standy (Set Costumer), Wardrobe Supervisor, Assistant Costume Designer.
