We are hiring: Head of Wardrobe

An exciting job opportunity at Globe Theatre

*APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED to August 18th

Globe Theatre is a dynamic theatre company that is usually located in a beautiful historic building in downtown Regina. Currently Globe Theatre’s building is undergoing extensive renovations, which means we are ‘hopping around’ to various office, construction shops, and performances venues around Regina for the next season.

Globe Theatre is looking for a Head of Wardrobe to oversee the procurement of costumes for Globe’s productions. Additionally, this is an exciting time for all of us at Globe as we will be moving back into our completely renovated building in late spring 2024 -- this is your chance to help set up a brand-new wardrobe shop!

Globe is a theatre where every member of the staff is focused on the art and where each person’s contribution is honored and valued. The successful candidate will be skilled, knowledgeable, flexible, keen to learn, and a team player.

Job Description: Head of Wardrobe

In addition to having superior interpersonal, communication, project coordination, and exceptional problemsolving skills, the Theatre expects the HEAD OF WARDROBE to:

Coordinate the purchasing, borrowing, and construction of costumes for Globe productions
Preference given to those individuals who possess excellent cutting and pattern-making skills
Preference given to those individuals who possess excellent sewing skills
Work with designers to realize their designs in conjunction the Director of Production, Technical Director and shows’ directors
Maintain a high quality of workmanship, achieving the attention to detail that each costume requires
Adhere to all budget guidelines as determined by the Director of Production and Technical Director
Order supplies, materials, and equipment required for construction and maintenance of costumes
Arrange and oversee casual labour as required, including wardrobe maintenance staff, dressers, stitchers/cutters
Work with stage management teams to manage fittings
Adhere to all schedules and deadlines as determined by the Technical Director
Adhere to Globe Theatre’s Personnel Policy
Adhere to all aspects of the Collective Agreement between Globe Theatre and I.A.T.S.E. Local 295
Preference will be given to qualified IATSE 295 members

The qualified candidate should possess a valid driver’s license. Access to a vehicle is an asset (millage will be compensated).

Position Details:

The Head of Wardrobe is a seasonal position, averaging approximately 9-10 months per year. For our 2023- 2024 season, the dates of employment are:

September 17, 2023-March 31, 2024 (except December 17- December 30), 2023)
April 28, 2024-June 29, 2024, though a later start date could be considered for the right candidate.

Wage: $28.17 per hour as per IATSE 295 Collective Bargaining Agreement with a minimum 35 hours per week for the dates listed above. Globe offers a competitive benefits package, including health/dental and matching RRSPs