Head of Department, Wardrobe – ALIZÉ

at  Cirque du Soleil

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, WARDROBE – ALIZÉ – RESIDENT SHOWS DIVISION

Full-Time Position
We are looking for a Head of Department (“HOD”), Wardrobe to lead our Wardrobe team. In collaboration with the Show Technical Director and Costume Shop, this position will lead the wardrobe team to construct, maintain, and run the production costumes in a safe and consistent manner.

• At least five years of previous experience as a professional Costume Technician with experience in costume repair, shoe repair, makeup and millinery on large-scale stage productions;
• Previous leadership experience leading project’s and crew;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and Outlook). Knowledge of SAP and Photoshop is an asset;
• In-depth experience in theatrical costumes for large-scale production;
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays;
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Fluent in English & German, both written and spoken; with an international cast the operational language will be English;
• Verification of the right to work in Germany for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.
  As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, first hand.
  Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.