Costume Manager at The Walt Disney Company

New Territories, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong SAR

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, Theme Parks, Live EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or above in Stage Management, Wardrobe Management, Inventory Management or related disciplines
At least 5 years of relevant working experience
Good attention to detail and analytical skill to observe and make changes for improvement on costume distribution quality and efficiency
Able to effectively supervise a team of front-line cast and provide guidance and coaching when necessary
Must be self-motivated and able to make rapid and balanced decisions
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to communicate well internally and externally, with ability to work independently
Solid technical mindset and computer proficiency
Fluent spoken and written skills in both English and Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin)

Responsibilities

Manage day to day costume distribution operations to ensure a seamless experience is provided to different parties by focusing on key elements of guest service and cast development
Support the implementation of new operating strategies for improving service and efficiency
Use costuming systems and technology to make sound decisions and contribute to environmental efforts
Maintain good working relationships with vendors to ensure costumes are preserved, repaired and cleaned, according to best practices within the industry and are delivered on a timely basis
Plan, budget, monitor and control costs for costuming operational functions and entertainment show offerings
Lead, motivate and develop front line cast through ongoing coaching and feedback
Sustain a safe and inclusive working culture
Provide guidance to cast ensuring adherence to department and company directives particularly towards guest service and performance accountability
Ensure operational efficiency in the costume distribution process and optimize storage of costumes through effective inventory management

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Wardrobe ManagementInventory ManagementStage ManagementBudgetingVendor ManagementTeam LeadershipGuest ServiceCostuming SystemsOperational EfficiencyCast Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Costume Manager position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote role, or where is it located?

The position is located in Lantau Island, Hong Kong.

What are the key requirements for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or above in Stage Management, Wardrobe Management, Inventory Management or related disciplines, at least 5 years of relevant working experience, strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin). Additional skills include good attention to detail, analytical abilities, team supervision, self-motivation, and computer proficiency.

What is the company culture like at Disney Live Entertainment?

The culture emphasizes innovative storytelling, collaboration, technical expertise, performance excellence, ingenuity, and creating magical worlds, with a diverse team across various disciplines.

What makes a strong candidate for the Costume Manager role?

A strong candidate will have 5+ years of experience, a relevant degree, proven leadership in supervising teams, bilingual fluency in English and Chinese, and skills in inventory management, budgeting, and operational efficiency.