Costume Designer

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite Position Information Posting Number Posting Number A0582026 Department Name Department Name Film, Theatre, Creative Writing Position Summary Job Duties and Responsibilities - Regular Presence in Costume Shop - Mentor and Supervise Student Workers, lab & wardrobe students - Knowledge in Pattern, Constructing, and Altering Costume Pieces - Manage Actor Fittings - Maintain Equipment - Purchase Supplies - Ensure costumes are completed on schedule for productions - Assist in teaching technology course - Attend all tech rehearsals - Work with faculty & guest designers - Attend faculty, design, & production meetings - Some weekend work required Skills Considered Essential for Success -Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education. -Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures. -Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. -Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team. -Ability to make sound judgments. -Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities. -Civility in all interactions. -Demonstrate effective follow-up. Required Education and/or Experience B.A. in Theatre & Relevant Theatrical Costume Experience License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred) University, Campus, and Community Description Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas. Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. Background Check Requirements 00 - 01 - Criminal/Sex/Drug Desired start date 09/01/2026 Employment is contingent upon the availability of funds and course enrollments This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. UCA EEO Statement The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs. Open Date Open Date 08/13/2026 Close Date Close Date 08/21/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). #J-18808-Ljbffr