Project #UR136

Project Number: UR136

Project Title: Assistant Costume Designer

Faculty Sponsor: Amanda Janke

Department: Theatre & Dance

Telephone: 810.762.3449

E-Mail: arjanke@umflint.edu

Proposed Starting Date: 10/01/12

Proposed Ending Date: 12/07/12

Student in mind: No

Number of hours to work per week: 7-10 hours

Project Description: I will be designing the costumes for an upcoming theatrical production and seek a student to assist me with the day to day activities of this project.

Student Tasks & Responsibilities: Student will assist in the process of designing costumes for a theatrical stage production. A wide variety of tasks will be involved including researching, sourcing materials/garments, attending costume fittings, creating paperwork, physical sewing of costume pieces and attending technical rehearsals.

Minimum Student Qualifications: Student should be comfortable researching both online and in the library. Student should have a basic understanding of  garment construction, fit and style. Student should be self motivated and enthusiastic.