Job Details

Costume Designer Part Time

Position Number: 6304860
Location: Oregon City, OR
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Theatre and Dance

Costume Designer Part Time

Salary: $21.67 Hourly
Location: Oregon City, OR
Job Type: Full-Time, Union
Division: Arts and Sciences
Job Number: 2425-00223
Closing: 6/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a

Costume Designer
position. This is a part-time, classified, non-exempt, and non benefits-eligible position. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to the college strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being.

At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.

OVERVIEW:

This is a part-time (19.5 hours per week), classified position for an artistic Costume Designer to create and/or gather wardrobes for actors in our theatre program. Your work will play an important part in setting the tone of a story and enhancing the actors' performances. As Costume Designer, you must be very creative and well-versed in different garment types and styles.

Advanced sewing skills required. You should be able to compile visual representations of costumes and be able to construct wardrobes for cast members within deadlines for quarterly theatre productions. This position collaborates closely with the theatre arts production team to create the best visual effect.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Study script to understand costume requirements in terms of setting, era and character attributes
Perform research on historical periods and different regions
Develop costume plots for characters
Collaborate with all production staff
Create visual representations of costumes and present them for approval
Construct the final designs with fabrics, styles and colors
Purchase or rent costume pieces, accessories, materials, and supplies as necessary
Work within budgetary constraints
Supervise fittings and dress rehearsals
Assume responsibility of dry-cleaning, laundering, maintenance, and storage of costumes
Organize wardrobe stock and multi-purpose work areas
Assist students in selecting costume pieces for the student-directed one-act plays

AUXILIARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Maintain and ensure that department equipment and building use policies are followed
Represent the theatre program and the college in a professional and friendly manner
Maintain a safe and organized work environment

Qualifications

MINIMUM/MANDATORY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Experience creating costumes for a variety of plays
Advanced sewing skills
Proven production experience as costume designer or similar role
Knowledge of design and textiles
Understand a range of styles and cultural/historical elements
Knowledge of vintage clothing values and their care
Aptitude in research
Excellent communication and people skills
Creativity and attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES:

Valid Driver's License and/or ability to gather and transport relevant materials and supplies

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in theatrical costume or wardrobe design, or relevant field

Additional Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application, including work history relevant to the position and attach the following electronic documents:

Resume
Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of the position.
Unofficial Transcripts
If applicable: Veteran's Preference documentation

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

Veterans' Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for positions with CCC. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service-connected pension.
Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans' disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

Terms of Employment

All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college and requires a flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
CCC does not support employment permits or visas.
Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/clackamascc/jobs/4975602/costume-designer-part-time