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Dresser - 12 months

London

Contract: Initially fixed term for one year, thereafter on a rolling basis subject to eight weeks' notice;
performances are 6 days per week, evening and weekend work will be required.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Location: Piccadilly Theatre, London

Person specification:
A high level of self-awareness, empathy, integrity and confidentiality, detail orientated, strong
communication and organisational skills, ability to work as part of a team as well as individually, a
flexible approach to working unsociable hours, a positive attitude and a sense of humour.

Your responsibilities may include but will not be limited to:
- Under the supervision of your Head of Department, maintaining the Production as
instructed and dictated by the creative team in line with the artistic requirements and
direction of the Production;
- Working alongside your team, other technical departments, stage management, the acting
company, resident creative team members and theatre staff to ensure the efficient flow of
information as necessary for the smooth running of the show;
- Attending all rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs as
required by your Head of Department or the Company Manager, including emergency calls
in the event of equipment failure or other incident, particularly if there is a risk of the
cancellation of a performance;
- Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of all costumes equipment required by your
department, including checks prior to each performance, with an awareness of cast holidays,
understudy and swing performances, if any;
- Acquiring a familiarity with all plots/tracks within your department so that you are able to
provide holiday or absence cover for other members of your department as required;
- Assisting your Head of Department in compiling and keeping updated cue sheets and other
relevant show paperwork including the costume show running bible, both soft and hard
copy, to such a level as to ensure an accurate reference to allow the Production to be
remounted at a later date;
- Working in accordance with the Producer's Health and Safety policy, using appropriate
safety equipment and clothing;
- Complying at all times with the rules and regulations in force at the venues under the
control of the Production;
- Having a practical understanding of the Producer's employment policies and demonstrating
a willingness to comply with these polices;
- Such other services as are customarily provided by a Dresser in relation to the production of
a first-class musical stage play; and
any other duties as may be reasonably required in the course of your duties or as instructed
by the Head of Wardrobe, Costume Supervisor, Company Manager, Production Manager,
General Managers or Executive Producer from time to time.



Date Approved

26/04/24

Deadline For Applications

01/05/24

Job Title

Dresser - 12 months

Location

London

Remote Working Options

Fully Office/Studio Based

Salary/Rate

tbc

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Duration

12 months

Industry

Theatre

Minimum Experience

1-3 Credits

Preferred Genre Experience

Not Specified
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