Costume Designer / Costume Shop Supervisor / Theatre Faculty

POSITION OVERVIEW E xperienced and collaborative costume professional to join our faculty as Costume Designer, Costume Shop Supervisor, and Theater Instructor. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in costume design and construction, experience managing costume production processes, and a passion for mentoring young artists. This faculty member will teach specialty theatre courses while overseeing costume design and construction for departmental productions. ASFA values artistic rigor, collaboration, innovation, and student-centered teaching. We seek faculty members who are passionate about helping young artists grow both creatively and personally. Reports to: Chair, Theater Department Responsibilities Teach two or three theatre courses per semester in areas such as Costume Design, Make-Up, or related specialties for students in grades 8-12. Design and construct costumes for two departmental productions per semester, in collaboration with directing and production teams. Supervise and manage the costume shop, including organization, inventory, fittings, construction schedules, and production workflow. Manages classrooms in an authoritative manner establishing and maintaining clear expectations, boundaries, and consistent discipline while also providing a nurturing & supportive environment Demonstrates authoritative management of classroom environment and learning in such a way that engenders confident, responsible, and successful students with good emotional regulation & social skills Help shape and refine curriculum within the faculty member's area of expertise. Participate fully in the daily operations of the Theatre Arts Department, including faculty meetings, rehearsals, productions, competitions, recruitment, and special events. Coach students in technical theatre competitions for State Trumbauer and International Thespian events. Collaborate closely with faculty across disciplines in a multi-disciplinary arts environment. Maintain clear communication with students and families through platforms such as Google Classroom and PowerSchool. Support students in college preparation, portfolio development, auditions, and career exploration. Attend performances, rehearsals, auditions, retreats, showcases, and other departmental events, including evenings and weekends. Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional learning environment for young artists. Qualifications Minimum of three (3) years of significant professional or collegiate costume design experience within the past five years. Degree preferred in Theatre, Costume Design, Technical Theatre, or a related field. Strong costume construction and garment production skills. Experience supervising or managing a costume shop and theatrical production process. Experience working in educational theatre and mentoring young artists. Excellent collaborative, organizational, and communication skills. Experience working with TYA (Theatre for Young Audiences) or high school-aged performers preferred. Demonstrated understanding of evolving professional practices related to intimacy, performer agency, body image, and cultural sensitivity in costume design. Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.