The Workroom Manager leads a team of skilled artisans in the day-to-day operation of costume production.  Responsibilities include facilitating costume development and replenishment, handling confidential information, partnering with various collaborators (costumers, buyers, designers, vendors), creating manufacturing estimates, forecasting supply needs, addressing cast issues, and ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality production.  This temporary role requires extensive experience in garment construction, alterations, pattern making, and leadership, with proficiency in software and various fabrics.

<p>From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!</p><p>The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…</p><p>What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!</p>

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                <h4>Job Summary:</h4>  
                <div class="additional-field-value-razor"><p>Through innovative storytelling and collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment crafts, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences! From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of fields and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!</p><p></p><p>The Workroom Manager leads all aspects of a diverse and dedicated cast of highly skilled artisans. This role leads the day-to-day operation of both people and processes with an eye toward teamwork, collaboration, and development.</p><p></p><p>This position reports to the Area Manager of Costume Production.</p><p></p><p>This is a temporary role with no guarantee of permanent placement.</p><h3></h3><h2>What You Will Do</h2><ul><li><p>Lead a team of union hourly Cast Members</p></li><li><p>Facilitate the development and replenishment of Character costumes.</p></li><li><p>Handle confidential information pertaining to employees and intellectual property.</p></li><li><p>Partner with multiple collaborators to maintain product quality and designs.</p></li><li><p>Partner with Costumers, Buyers, Designers, &amp; vendors.</p></li><li><p>Creating estimates for manufacturing costumes.</p></li><li><p>Forecast and order needed supplies, tools, and notions.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for ensuring that cast issues are addressed in a timely manner.</p></li><li><p>Ensure that manufacturing is on time, on budget, and of the utmost quality.</p></li></ul><h3></h3><h2>Required Qualifications &amp; Skills</h2><ul><li><p>3+ years experience in garment construction, alterations, and patterning techniques</p></li><li><p>3+ years experience facilitating garment/costume fittings</p></li><li><p>1+ years experience in indirect or direct leadership</p></li><li><p>Experience using patterning software and 3-D garment development software</p></li><li><p>Experience in the theater, film, apparel, or manufacturing industry</p></li><li><p>Experience with performers in various stages of dress/undress</p></li><li><p>Experience with sewing terms, fabric types, and garment notions</p></li><li><p>Experience leading workflow and project budgets</p></li><li><p>Experience communicating (both verbal and written) with a variety of partners at all levels</p></li><li><p>Experience working in a team environment where collaboration is key</p></li><li><p>Experience in planning, problem-solving, conflict resolution, influencing, and negotiating</p></li><li><p>Experience with continuous improvement process</p></li><li><p>Ability to work around all types of fabrics, fibers, foams, and synthetic furs</p></li><li><p>Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays</p></li></ul><h3></h3><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li><p>Experience using SAP, Gerber AccuMark, CLO, Marvelous Designer, Maya, and/or Adobe Creative Suite &nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Experience working with a unionized cast</p></li><li><p>Proficient or fluent in Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, or Spanish</p></li></ul><h3></h3><h2>Education</h2><ul><li><p>High School Diploma or equivalent <i>is required</i></p></li><li><p>Advanced degree in a Costuming, Textiles, or Apparel-related field <i>is preferred</i></p></li></ul><h3></h3><h2>Additional Information</h2><p>Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.</p><p></p><p>#DLEJobs #LI-CD1 #DXMedia</p></div>
            
            
            
            
            
            
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Workroom Manager