THEATRE COSTUME & WARDROBE INTERN- Fall 2026
I. POSITION OBJECTIVES: To provide excellent technical expertise in the areas of Costume Construction and Wardrobe management for ECCT productions, rentals and special events. To help oversee day to day costume shop operations. To be an active member of the Production Staff, assisting in the areas of hair and makeup and properties as capable.
II. POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:
Recruited by: Executive Director
Salary/Benefits: $8000 for 16 weeks plus free housing
Schedule: August 31, 2026- December 20, 2026
Full time salaried position; schedule will flex between daytime, evening and weekend hours depending on ECCT production schedule
III. POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: Head Costumer
Head costumer provides day to day supervision and task assignments. Intern is part of the production team attending weekly staff meetings and monthly production meetings. Interns are given design and leadership opportunities based on their skill levels, interests and comfort level.
Supervises: Community volunteers
Coordinates with: Costume Shop Manager, Crew Heads
IV. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
· Working toward or holding BA/BS in Costume Design, Theatre, Fashion Merchandising or related field desired or comparable experience in the field
· Demonstrated costume design ability
· Advanced sewing skills appreciated; intermediate accepted
· Knowledge of theatrical style, conventions and terminology
· Strong oral communication skills
· Background in or appreciation of theatre
· Demonstrated ability to recruit and work with volunteers
· Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
· Strong organizational skills and highly motivated with strong work ethic
· Ability to work with minimal supervision
V. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SAMPLE TASKS:
· Provide costume construction and wardrobe management assistance for 5 ECCT fall shows- COME FROM AWAY, PETE THE CAT, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD and RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER.
· Assist with outside rentals and special events like Dancing with the Eau Claire Stars and The Polar Express Pajama Party.
· Supervise volunteers on work nights
· Work with properties coordinator on fabric projects
· Assist with hair and makeup design as able
· Serve on the running crew for shows
VI. HOW TO APPLY
Submit cover letter and current resume to ECCT by email at info@ecct.org, by mail or in person at 1814 Oxford Ave. Eau Claire WI 54703. Application deadline is July 24, 2026. Phone interviews with qualified candidates will start before the deadline. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Executive Director Wayne Marek at (715) 839-8877.
