Costume Designer job description

Costume Designer responsibilities include:

• Studying script to understand costume requirements in terms of setting, era and character attributes
• Performing research on historical periods and different regions
• Developing costume plots for characters

Job brief

We are looking for a creative Costume Designer to create clothes and costume props for actors on film, theater or TV. Your work will play a great part in setting the tone of a story and enhancing the actor’s performance.

As costume designer, you must be very creative and well-versed in different garment types and styles. You should be talented at sketching and see creating clothes as an art. Collaborating closely with a multi-disciplinary team to create the best visual effect is what we’ll expect from you.

Responsibilities

• Study script to understand costume requirements in terms of setting, era and character attributes
• Perform research on historical periods and different regions
• Develop costume plots for characters
• Create preliminary sketches of costumes and present them for approval
• Produce the final designs with fabrics, styles and colors
• Work with costume makers to materialize sketches
• Hire or buy ready costumes when necessary
• Ensure costumes stay within budget
• Supervise fittings and rehearsals
• Assume responsibility of returning, storing or disposing used costumes after filming

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as costume designer or similar role
• Knowledge of design, sewing and textiles
• Understanding of a range of styles and cultural/historical elements
• Aptitude in research
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Creativity and attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma; Degree in fashion design or relevant field