Chichester Festival Theatre
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Job Summary
Job Description
Running Wardrobe Manager
Fixed Term Contract
£711 per week (48 hours)
In February we’ll announce our Festival 2027 programme which runs from April to October, and we’re looking for a brilliant backstage team to join us, with contracts of various lengths and start dates which can be discussed at interview.
The 2027 Festival season promises a fantastic mix of plays and musicals, including world premieres and new writing. We work with some of the UK’s most prominent theatrical creative teams in our two world class theatres, as well as a variety of other spaces across the Festival Season. We bring people – artists and those who support artistic work – together, in an environment where creatively they can flourish and where everyone is valued.
As the Running Wardrobe Manager you will provide first class support to visiting creative teams and their supervisors, and work collaboratively with the permanent Head of Costume to lead a team of assistants and dressers to alter and maintain costume and dress performers.
Full details and JD for this exciting role can be found on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs/running-wardrobe-manager
Job Requirements
Significant experience of a theatrical costume/wardrobe department in a producing environment
A good knowledge of period dress and the history of clothes, fashion and costume
Excellent team leadership experience
Use of a variety of sewing machines and sewing techniques including over locking
A professional approach to working with artists of all genders in various states of dress
Good housekeeping skills
The ability to work well under pressure
Ability to plan and prioritise work effectively
Good communication skills
Good logistical skills
Commitment to achieving high standards with the resources available
Flexible approach to working, including the ability to work unsocial hours
Experience of Health & Safety practise and procedures
Knowledge of MS Office
Job Overview
- Job Title: Running Wardrobe Manager
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Mon, 02 Nov 2026
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Location:
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Job: Running Wardrobe Manager
Job: Running Wardrobe Manager
Organisation: Chichester Festival Theatre
Postcode: PO19 6AP
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