Clinical Instructor Theatre Costume Shop Supervisor

Job Summary
East Tennessee State University ( ETSU ) is now accepting applications for the position of Clinical Instructor Theatre Costume Shop Supervisor. This is a 9-month appointment, reporting to the Chair of Theatre and Dance. This role involves overseeing all activities in the Theatre and Dance Costume Shop and managing costume, hair, and makeup for productions at the Bert C. Bach Theatre/Martin Center for the Arts and other university venues. You will supervise students, faculty, and staff in the daily operations of the ETSU Costume Shop learning laboratory, ensuring smooth and efficient processes. Key responsibilities include overseeing costume creation—pulling, building, renting, and purchasing—administering actor fittings, designing costumes, hair, and makeup for productions, and attending production meetings and dress rehearsals. The position also involves maintaining budget records, enforcing safety protocols for equipment use, and ensuring a clean, safe, and organized working environment. Additionally, you will supervise student workers, mentor student costume designers, and manage donations in compliance with legal standards. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a thriving academic and production environment. Additional duties may arise, adding variety to this exciting position. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to university facilities and services, and much more Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. . All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Required Qualifications
A Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Costume Design, or a related field. 2 years of work experience in costume, hair, and makeup productions. 2 years of experience in costume shop management.

Preferred Qualifications
MFA in Theatre (Costume related field)

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