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 us to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!"

The Disney Facilities and Operations Services Costuming team is seeking candidates for the role of Workroom Manager. Walt Disney World Workrooms focuses on constructing, altering & repairing garments for operational, entertainment & character offerings across the property to achieve one-of-a-kind costumes that will surprise and delight our guests. This position leads hard-working, diverse cast members in a fast-paced, cast-serving environment.

This is a Casual Temporary or Seasonal role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs.

You will report to the Proprietor Costuming

What You Will Do

• Facilitate the manufacturing and maintenance of Entertainment, Character, Operational, and Audio-Animatronic costumes and non-costume items with fiscal responsibility

• Partner with Entertainment, Costuming, and other teams to ensure product quality and designs are consistently maintained

• Collaborate with Customers, Buyers, Designers, Costuming Leaders, and other Non-Costuming divisions across the property

• Complete estimates for garment and non-garment manufacturing, repairs, redesigns, and alterations

• Forecast and order needed supplies, tools, and notions

• Responsible to ensure that cast issues are addressed promptly

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of garment construction, alterations, and patterning techniques

• Experience leading garment/costume fittings

• Ability to work with performers/cast members in various stages of dress/undress

• Ability to work around all types of fibers and furs

• Knowledge of sewing terms, fabric types, and garment notions

• Able to lead workflow and project budgets

• Experience in the theater, film, or apparel industry

• Excellent planning and organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication

• Driven to lead a team with varied strengths

• Proficient in standard office software programs and mobile electronic devices

• Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including extended hours, holidays, and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Shown leadership experience

• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Fluent or conversational proficiency in Vietnamese or Spanish

Education

• High School degree or equivalent

• Bachelor’s degree in a Costuming, Textiles, or Apparel-related field or equivalent of 5 years of related experience in the Costuming/Garment industry- Preferred

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Job ID: 10089003

Location: Lake Buena Vista,Florida

Job Posting Company: Walt Disney World Resort

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