Submitted by Lisa Kwak on September 10, 2024 - 4:32pm
We're Hiring!
Send your resume and a one-page cover letter to uwdance@uw.edu. (UW Students only)
Dance Costume Assistant
Are you passionate about costumes and organizing? The Department of Dance is seeking two enthusiastic and detail-oriented students to join our team as Dance Costume Assistants. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the Department's Costumer and Chair to ensure our dance costumes are meticulously organized and maintained.
Position Details:
- Hourly Wage: $20.50 per hour
- Hours: Up to 40 hours each (20 hours in September and 20 additional hours as needed)
- Anticipated Start Date: September 23, 2024
Key Responsibilities:
- Organizing dance costumes from various locations, including Meany and Hutchinson
- Labeling costumes and moving them to designated storage areas
- Assessing costumes for wear and tear, coordinating with faculty and costumer for potential donations or discards
- Packing costumes and materials for donation or disposal
- Cleaning and tidying costume storage areas
- Assisting with any additional organization tasks as directed by the lead costumer or Department Chair
Skills Needed:
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective communication abilities
- Capability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to take direction and respond positively to feedback
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to safely climb ladders as needed.
Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations Statements:
- The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
- The University of Washington prohibits sex discrimination and sex-based harassment in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns, make complaints, or direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: uw.edu/titleix/title-ix-notice/.
- The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.543.6452/TTY, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or dso@uw.edu.
How to Apply:
If you are detail-oriented, enjoy organizing, and have a love for costumes, we encourage you to apply. Please email your resume and a one-page cover letter by Friday, September 13th, 2024 to uwdance@uw.edu. For further information, contact uwdance@uw.edu.