Job Requirements 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!" Bring your leadership and passion for craftsmanship to a talented team of skilled artisans and Costuming specialists! As Workroom Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day operation of both people and processes, fostering teamwork, supporting Cast development, and championing safety and exceptional show quality. From costume builds and alterations to collaboration with creative and technical partners, you’ll help keep projects moving on time and on budget. This third-shift opportunity brings together hands-on artistry and people leadership to help deliver the distinctive details that bring Disney experiences to life. This position reports to the Proprietor of Costuming Operations for EPCOT. This is a full-time, third shift role. What You Will Do
- Oversee a cast of Costuming Specialist Seniors and Sewing Specialists on a third shift (early morning) schedule.
- Ensure safe working conditions and proper documentation and execution of safety-critical work, including the maintenance of audio animatronic costumes within attractions.
- Facilitate builds and alterations for audio animatronics, entertainment, and character costumes.
- Handle confidential information pertaining to employees and intellectual property.
- Partner with multiple collaborators to maintain product quality and designs.
- Partner with Costumers, Cosmetology, Engineering Services, and WDI.
- Forecast and order needed supplies, tools, and notions.
- Responsible for ensuring that Cast issues are addressed in a timely manner.
- Ensure that manufacturing is on time, on budget, and of the utmost quality.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 3+ years experience in garment construction, alterations, and/or patterning techniques
- 3+ years experience directing garment/costume fittings
- 1+ years experience in leadership
- Experience in the theater, film, apparel, or garment manufacturing industry
- Experience with performers in various stages of dress/undress
- Experience with sewing terms, fabric types, and garment notions
- Experience leading workflow and project budgets
- Experience communicating (both verbal and written) with a variety of partners at all levels
- Experience working in a team environment where collaboration is key
- Experience in planning, problem-solving, conflict resolution, influencing, and negotiating
- Experience with continuous improvement process
- Ability to work around all types of fabrics, fibers, foams, and synthetic furs
- Valid Drivers License
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Maximo (WDW system) and Microsoft Suite
- Experience leading in a unionized environment
- Proficient or fluent in Vietnamese or Spanish
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Advanced degree in a Costuming, Textiles, or Apparel-related field is preferred
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PAY TRANSPARENCY
The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $57,500 to $77,100 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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