ISCO Occupation Group 7531.1 Costume Maker
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Costume Maker: Costume makers construct, sew, stitch, dye, adapt and maintain costumes to be used in live performances and in movies or television programs. Their work is based on artistic vision, sketches or finished patterns combined with knowledge of the human body to ensure the wearer maximum range of movement. They work in close cooperation with the designers.
Essential Skills
- Manage Personal Professional Development
- Cut Fabrics
- Maintain Workshop Space
- Translate Artistic Concepts To Technical Designs
- Work Safely With Machines
- Work With Respect For Own Safety
- Follow Work Schedule
- Use Manual Sewing Techniques
- Maintain Rigging Equipment
- Assemble Costume Parts
- Perform Costume Settings
- Understand Artistic Concepts
- Adapt Costumes
- Draw Up Artists' Measurements
- Work Safely With Chemicals
- Meet Deadlines
- Work Ergonomically
- Finish Costumes
- Sew Pieces Of Fabric
- Finish Project Within Budget
- Prepare Personal Work Environment
- Keep Up With Trends
- Draw Up Costume Patterns
- Adapt To Artists' Creative Demands
- Dressmaking
- Use Personal Protection Equipment
- Maintain Theatre Equipment
- Dye Fabrics
Optional Skills
- Keep Personal Administration
- Plan Workshop Activity
- Manage Consumables Stock
- Organise Workshop Space
- Develop Professional Network
- Define Costume Fabrication Methods
- Work With The Camera Crew
- Promote Yourself
- Adapt Existing Designs To Changed Circumstances
- Prevent Fire In A Performance Environment
- Work Safely With Mobile Electrical Systems Under Supervision
- Organise Costume Fittings
- Draw Up Costume Sketches
- Support A Designer In The Developing Process
- Attend Rehearsals
- Manage Technical Resources Stock
- Follow Directions Of The Artistic Director
- Work With The Lighting Crew
- Work With The Director Of Photography
Alternative Names
- Costume & Prop Maker
- Costume Builder
- Set Costumer
- Prop And Costume Maker
- Costume And Prop Maker
- Costumer
- Prop & Costume Maker
- Prop Costume Maker
- Costume Prop Maker
