Salary guide
Costume Maker
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- Variable
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- Costume makers are essential for live performance
Other names this job is known by
- Wardrobe Technician
- Costume Technician
Key responsibilities
- Construct and alter costumes for productions
- Work from designs and patterns
- Select and cut fabrics
- Sew and finish garments by hand or machine
Skills and qualifications required
- Diploma or apprenticeship in costume construction or textiles
- Sewing and garment construction skills
- Experience in theatre or film
- Attention to detail
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Maker
- Head of Wardrobe
- Designer
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Study textiles or costume construction
- Complete a diploma or apprenticeship
- Gain experience in theatre or film
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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