Proprietor- Costuming Operations

About the Role & Team

"We make magic.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the “never-before-seen!"

You will lead many aspects of a sophisticated Costuming business, which could include any combination of the following: Cosmetology, Harmony Barbershop, Audio Animatronics, Alterations Workrooms, Entertainment, Character, or Operational Costuming. You will set the example and provide clarity and guidance for all operational priorities, which we include as The Five Keys Basics and Operational Excellence. If selected, you will report to the Director of Walt Disney World Costuming Operations.

You will report to the Director Costuming Operations

This a Full-Time Role

What You Will Do

• Prioritize safety, ensuring a work environment where no one gets hurt.

• Lead a diversified team of leaders, unionized and non-union hourly Cast Members

• Create an inclusive, respectful environment for everyone and hold others responsible for a positive model of behavior

• Handle all financial and operating logistics, including budgets, timelines, facility improvements, scheduling, labor management, rehearsals, training, and safety protocols

• Focus on departmental priorities, including safety, show quality, innovation, Cast development, and delivering a magical experience to our Guests

• Handle high-pressure situations and respond to show downtimes, contingencies, Cast or costume challenges, and emergencies, while keeping safety top of mind

• Proven understanding and application of Walt Disney World® collective bargaining agreements, including Actors Equity Association (AEA), American Federation of Musicians (AFM), and Service Trades Union contracts including International Association of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) side letter

• Develop partnerships, including those with Entertainment Production, Costume Design and Development, Costume Production, Talent Casting, Engineering Services, Textile Services, and Labor Relations

• Verify that yearly inspections, audits, and certifications of equipment and facilities are scheduled and completed to improve operational availability

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a leadership role

• Experience managing change, balancing priorities, and handling confidential information

• Understanding of daily Walt Disney World Costuming, Cosmetology, and Costuming Workroom operations or experience with like operations externally

• Flexibility to work a variable schedule that includes overnights, weekends, and holidays

Education

• Degree or related work experience in costuming, garment construction, technical theatre, hair and makeup, or other subject areas within the garment or entertainment industries

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