Costume Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Canadian Opera Company

Canadian Opera Company

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Canadian Opera Company ("COC") is looking for a
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Costume Coordinator covering a contract period from
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March

13 to June 11, 2023, with the potential to extend to the end of June.
The Costume Coordinator will be part of our Production department, initially as support for our two full-time
- coordinators in mounting our spring season. By mid

April this contract position will move on to coordinate
Treemonisha_, being produced by Volcano in association with the Canadian Opera Company. This position reports to

- the Head of Costumes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Learn the requirements and design of the spring productions. Support the Costume Coordinators with notes and

- buying

For _Treemonisha_:

learn the requirements of the existing production. Assess for fit with the current cast. Reporting

to the COC Head of Costumes, create and execute a plan to fit, alter and complete the costumes using a team in
the COC workroom.

Source and acquire all additional materials, accessories, or costume pieces required, staying within budget and

arranging for timely delivery of same.

Create and maintain records, including a Costume Bible, running information and paperwork required for the

production to tour.

Attend and run all fittings, monitor and collect alterations from the workroom.
Prepare the production to be sent to the Bluma Appel Theatre.
Attend technical rehearsals, coordinate the completion of notes that arise.
Follow all Health and Safety practices.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Postsecondary diploma in theatre and/or fashion
Knowledge of garment construction, sewing, and alterations
Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal and written)
Theatre experience
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Willingness and availability to work evenings and weekends as required

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS
Employees must be fully vaccinated to work on the premises and must follow all identified safety protocols.

ABOUT THE CANADIAN OPERA COMPANY
Based in Toronto, the Canadian Opera Company is the largest producer of opera in Canada and one of the largest in
North America. General Director Perryn Leech joined the company in 2021, forming a leadership team with Music
Director Johannes Debus and Deputy General Director Christie Darville. The COC enjoys a loyal audience, including a
dedicated base of subscribers, and has an international reputation for artistic excellence and creative innovation. Its
diverse repertoire includes new commissions and productions, local and international collaborations with leading opera
companies and festivals, and attracts the world's foremost Canadian and international artists. The COC Academy is an
incubator for the future of the art form, nurturing Canada's new wave of opera creators with customized training and
support. The COC performs in its own opera house, the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, hailed
internationally as one of the finest in the world. For more information, visit

APPLICATION PROCESS
As Canada's largest opera company, the COC deeply values equity and diversity across all levels of the organization
and believes in fostering an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that fully supports our team's personal and

collective success. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects our community, our city, and our country
and, in turn, the COC welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities who share and embrace these values.
The COC is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please let
us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The Canadian Opera Company thanks all applicants in advance, however, only those considered for an interview will
be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.