Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Costuming Specialist

Job Summary:

The Costuming Specialist supports the design, production, and maintenance of character costumes, cosmetic overlays, animatronic “skins,” and other soft goods used in our productions. A Costuming Specialist should possess a high level of practical experience with patterning, stitching, and assembly as well as training and quality control. A Costuming Specialist will be expected to operate independently as well as supervise team members while helping to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient costume shop environment.

Essential Duties:

· Lead the patterning, draping, and fabrication of costumes, character suits, and soft goods for animatronics and puppets.

· Support the preparation and organization of materials, supplies, and tools needed for projects.

· Perform intermediate to advanced stitching, finishing, and costume construction tasks without immediate supervision.

· Help maintain project timelines by following assigned schedules and communicating progress or delays.

· Ensure quality and consistency in all work performed, following company and department standards.

· Participate in fitting, alteration, and repair of costumes as needed.

· Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized work area.

· Assist with inventory management and restocking of costume shop supplies.

· Follow all safety procedures and use protective equipment as required.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Advanced knowledge of fabrics, materials, and sewing notions used in costume construction.

· High level of experience with sewing equipment, including industrial and domestic sewing machines, steam irons, and cutting tools.

· Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.

· Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to create work instructions and produce patterns and documentation.

· Good organizational and time management skills.

· Willingness to learn new techniques and processes.

· Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite experience preferred).

· Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs. as needed.

· Experience with dying of natural and synthetic fabrics and materials.

Physical Demands:

· Moderate lifting or carrying (15-30 lbs.).

· Intermittent standing, sitting, and stooping.

· Frequent use of hands and arms for reaching, cutting, sewing, and assembly.

· Occasional work on ladders or lifts (training provided).

· Must have good vision and color perception for detailed fabric work.

Work Environment:

· Workshop setting with exposure to fabrics, dyes, and machinery.

· May involve working around dust, adhesives, and cleaning chemicals (safety training provided).

· Requires adherence to safety and PPE standards.

About Animax Designs

Founded in 1989, Animax Designs creates three-dimensional characters for themed entertainment, location-based attractions, film, and television. We combine artistic integrity and cutting-edge technology to produce intelligent animatronics, interactive characters, animated costumes, and puppets for clients around the world.