Seamstress Fitter - Part Time

Job Summary:

A Seamstress Fitter works behind the scenes providing critical support to the Entertainment Department at the Disneyland® Resort. They perform repairs on costume pieces and full costumes, assist in building new costumes as required for Characters, Parades, and Special Events, and complete alterations for Entertainment and Resort Operations Costuming!

Responsibilities:

• Complete basic sewing tasks daily including, but not limited to, putting in a zipper with a sewing machine, machine buttonholes, etc.
• Perform daily repairs on Character, Parades, and Audio-Animatronic costumes including, but not limited to, repairing rips, replacing zippers, and changing/replacing trim
• Assist Costumers with fittings and then alter costumes for Entertainment Cast Members in shows, special events, parades, and character roles and for some Resort Operations Costumes (e.g., replace zippers, make costumes smaller or larger to accommodate performer size, measure and sew hems)
• Construct new costumes from a pattern for special events (i.e., pinning and cutting fabric, pinning pieces together and sewing either by hand or on a machine)
• Use various industrial sewing machines, overlock machines, irons, steamers, needles, scissors, seam rippers, razor blades, etc. to complete alterations and repairs

Basic Qualifications:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role
• Must pass a basic sewing skills assessment
• At least one year of experience operating industrial sewing machines
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, and design
• Ability to cut from both patterns and markers
• Takes accurate measurements (i.e., measurements with tape for length of skirts, sleeve lengths, torso measurements, etc.) and alter costumes accordingly
• Experience with straight stitch and “overlock” (invisible stitching)
• Knowledge of merrow and hemmer devices
• Works with a variety of fabric types
• Follows patterns and instructions
• Self-directed to complete tasks independently
• Can complete repetitious tasks while maintaining quality, very meticulous
• Communicates well with Cast Members, management, and costumers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with costumes in a theater or show production
• Millinery experience
• Knowledge in Hand beading work
• Full Availability seven (7) days a week
• Bilingual preferred

Additional Information:

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY
Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Must have flexible availability to work Sunday through Saturday, all shifts (i.e. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) including holidays.

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KEYWORD: DLR CASTING, dlrcasting, Disneyland Resort Casting Hourly Jobs

The pay rate for this position in California is $24.71 per hour.

Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

About Disneyland Resort:

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500- acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.