Costume and Production Design Technician (Apprentice)

Job description

Brighton College is seeking to appoint a Costume and Production Design Technician (Apprentice) on a fixed-term basis.

Reporting to: Head of Wardrobe Design

Main purpose of the role:

This apprenticeship provides an opportunity to develop specialist skills in costume and wardrobe for live theatre productions, whilst gaining wider experience across scenic design, props and production support.

This role will primarily support the wardrobe design and costume preparation process throughout design, build, rehearsal and production periods. In addition, they will contribute to props sourcing, maintenance and scenic preparation activities, providing flexible support across the wider design department.

The role is ideal for someone passionate about theatre design and production who wishes to develop practical skills in costume, wardrobe, props and scenic support within a professional touring environment. This is a fixed term contract for two years from official the start date.

Costume and Production Design Technician General Duties and Responsibilities:

Wardrobe and Costume Support

Assist with the preparation, maintenance and organisation of costumes for productions.

Support costume fittings, alterations and adjustments under supervision.

Steam, clean, repair and prepare costume pieces for rehearsal and performance.

Assist with costume tracking, continuity and costume documentation.

Maintain wardrobe stock, storage systems and costume inventories.

Support dress rehearsals, technical rehearsals and production periods as required.

Assist with the packing, transportation and installation of costume equipment and costumes for touring productions.

Design Department Support

Assist the Head of Wardrobe Design with research, sourcing and development work.

Support the creation and maintenance of costume mood boards, reference materials and production paperwork.

Assist with administrative tasks including supplier communications, purchase tracking and stock management.

Contribute to sustainability initiatives through the re-use, repair and adaptation of costume assets.

Props Support

Assist with sourcing, purchasing, organising and maintaining rehearsal and show p...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brighton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-10-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English