Wardrobe Technician - ALIZÉ

Wardrobe Technician – ALIZÉ – Resident Shows

Full‑Time position.

Responsibilities

• Work show tracks which include dressing, cleaning, laundering, repair/maintenance of costumes, headpieces and accessories, pre‑show costume check and pre‑set, and running show tracks, nightly show laundry, and closing procedures.
• Launder, repair and maintain costume pieces and accessories using supplied professional tools and machinery; document maintenance practices and repair notes.
• Ensure all costumes, shoes, headpieces and accessories are show‑ready and available for pre‑set on a nightly basis; inspect all costumes and tag for repair work; communicate effectively with the department lead to report and document repair work.
• Dress shows and work closely with the artists to ensure a smooth nightly operation for the run of shows.
• Maintain cue‑track documentation and participate in cue‑track rotations and trainings as directed.
• Assist with costume construction and fittings as needed.
• Attend artist trainings and show staging sessions when required.
• Assist with inventory, ordering and tracking of department supplies and equipment; report to the department HOD when needed.
• Participate in special projects, including maintenance or construction projects and assisting in PR events that include costume elements; maintain a flexible schedule for such projects.
• Establish and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues; help keep workspace organized and clean.
• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures; comply with German occupational safety regulations and participate in related training.
• Assist other departments as needed for cross‑departmental support.
• Complete all other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a professional Wardrobe Technician in a large‑scale production show.
• Experience as a stitcher, including costume construction, repairs, and maintenance for a large‑scale production show.
• Working knowledge of shoe repair, painting, makeup, theatrical wigs, and millinery.
• Experience working with home/commercial sewing machines and specialty machines.
• Experience in a multicultural group environment is a plus; interpersonal skills to work effectively with all business contacts.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical ability to climb, crouch, kneel, stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and operate mechanized equipment; full list of essential functions provided in offer.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Verification of right to work in Germany.

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.

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