Salary guide
Costume Supervisor
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- Variable
ArtsEntertainment
- Supervisors keep productions running smoothly
Other names this job is known by
- Wardrobe Supervisor
- Costume Manager
Key responsibilities
- Oversee costume department for productions
- Manage costume budgets and schedules
- Supervise makers and assistants
- Organise fittings and alterations
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in costume or theatre production
- Experience in wardrobe or costume roles
- Leadership and organisation skills
- Budget management
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Head of Wardrobe
- Production Manager
- Designer
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study costume or theatre production
- Gain experience in wardrobe or costume roles
- Progress to supervisor or management positions
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