Costume Crafts Artisan/stitcher

Crafts Artisan/Stitcher

Barrington Stage Company, an award-winning professional theatre company located in the heart of the Berkshires, is seeking a Crafts Artisan/Stitcher to join our team in Pittsfield, MA. This position assists in the construction and maintenance of costumes and craft elements for productions on our Boyd-Quinson Stage, and St Germain Stage. When not actively working on craft elements, this person will act as a Stitcher in the costume shop. This position requires a skilled artisan with experience in a range of crafting techniques, the willingness to work as part of a team, and the ability to follow through on individual projects.

Barrington Stage has a three-fold mission: to produce top-notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals; and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs. BSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We strongly encourage candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the construction of costume detail accessories, craftwork, and costumes for all of BSC’s 2025 season’s productions and events under the guidance of the Costume Shop Supervisor, Lead Draper and First Hand

• Assist in painting, dyeing, and distressing of materials as needed

• Assist in the creation of hats, jewelry, footwear, masks, belts and fans, and any additional accessories as assigned

• Hand or machine-sew costumes as assigned by supervisors

• Effectively manage time to ensure all projects are completed on schedule and to the highest quality

• Use and maintain costume shop tools and equipment appropriately

• Keep work station clean and assist in keeping the costume shop and storage areas clean

• Assist with the organization and restocking of costumes and materials as needed.

• Assist with maintaining and updating costume stock and inventory

Skills:

• Strong organizational, communication and time management skills

• Experience with a variety of materials and craft techniques, including millinery, painting, jewelry work, and shoe alterations

• Comfortable working with unusual and non-fabric materials

• Working knowledge of costume construction techniques and materials

• Ability to skillfully operate a variety of sewing machines, including single needle industrial, industrial zig-zag, overlock, merrow or serger, domestic straight, and domestic zig-zag machines

• Ability to operate industrial steam irons and steamers

• Ability to manage time effectively

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to sit for long periods of time

This position reports to the Costume Shop Supervisor. It is a full-time, seasonal position
Contract: 4/28/2025 through 9/21/2025
Pay is $ 769.90 per week, non-exempt, with overtime starting at 45 hours and housing available.