Costumes Production Coordinator

at  Cirque du Soleil

COSTUMES PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

Costumes and Props
Temporary position (1 year)
We have a place for individuals with a distinct penchant for ensuring the smooth operation of our shows and events, for conceiving remarkable products, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, and for contributing to the enhancement of their expertise and the development of exceptional practices. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group relies on an ever more creative and collaborative approach to work in order to constantly push back the limits of the imagination!

YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• D.E.C. or specialized diploma in project or production management;
• 4 to 6 years’ experience in a similar field;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Excellent team spirit and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Problem-solving and risk management skills in project mode;
• Strong planning and time management skills;
• Technical knowledge of costumes (an asset);
• Willingness to work non-standard hours;
• Technical interest in costume making;
• Interest in material transformation;
• A creative flair that likes to challenge the status quo and navigate change;
• Fluency in both English and French;
• Willingness to travel.

OUR EMPLOYER PROPOSITION STANDS OUT. HERE’S AN OVERVIEW:

• An inclusive work environment based on team experience;
• Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use;
• Professional growth focused on high-quality projects to propel your career, as well as personalized support tailored to your professional ambitions;
• Group insurance, retirement savings and other benefits that we’ll be happy to introduce to you;
• A culture focused on the development of equitable practices and rallying events.
  As a proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation and neurodiversity. Neutral and inclusive language is now preferred for job postings.
  Throughout the recruitment process, accommodation is provided for candidates who require it

• Support the Project Manager in the realization and follow-up of costume design project deliverables;
• Oversee the realization of the work plan established by the Project Manager and coordinate the interactions required between the artisans and the operations management team to meet established objectives;
• Implement communication mechanisms to ensure that all workshop and project stakeholders are informed of project issues, parameters and progress;
• Coordinate the procurement of project-specific materials.
• Monitor project progress and issues with the project manager and operations teams;
• Plan the fitting schedule and ensure availability of all items in cooperation with the various departments involved;
• Coordinate acrobatic validations and ensure availability of all necessary costumes/items.
• Facilitate the transfer of information between the production team and the costume team;
• Act as liaison with external partners,
• Produce customs descriptions, prepare shipping requests, coordinate shipping and receiving of costumes and equipment;
• If necessary, coordinate relocation activity, temporary workshop set-up and production site logistics;
• Facilitate the transfer of the project from production mode to operation mode.