Sewer & Tailor

Company Overview

Who we are

Based in Stratford, Ontario, the Stratford Festival is one of the world’s foremost repertory theatre companies. It operates year-round, presenting a season of about a dozen plays each year between the months of April and November, a rich stream of digital content and hundreds of events designed to deepen understanding of the plays. For every person a theatregoer sees on our stages, we have seven people working behind the scenes, some of the world’s most dedicated and experienced arts workers. 

The Stratford Festival is committed to ongoing work to support equity, inclusion, anti-racism and anti-oppression in all areas of our work. These areas include play selection, casting, marketing and public relations efforts, education programs, production, recruitment of staff and volunteers, and the composition of the Board of Directors.

Why you should apply

• Creative work environment
• Paid operational shutdown in December, with flexibility of days being used at alternative times during the year
• Employee Assistance Program to encourage work-life balance and strong mental health
• Complimentary & discounted ticket offers and events
• Employee discounts on merchandise and event space
• Being a part of the magic of live theatre!

Job Description

Sewer & Tailor

The Stratford Festival is currently accepting applications for the position of Sewer/Tailor for the 2024 season. We are looking for candidates with junior to senior level sewing experience. This unionized position reports to their Cutter and the Costume Director and is part of the Wardrobe Department team.  

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completing sewing tasks within a timely manner
• Proficiency, accuracy and independent sewing
• Positive work ethic and willingness to learn new techniques
• Improving upon current skills and speed

Qualifications:

• The sewer/tailor needs to be proficient in the following skills:

§  Flat basting, tailor tacking, hand finishing

§  Can build collars, cuffs and bum rolls without supervision

§  Confident in fine hand finishing, working with multiple layers and difficult fabrics

§  Ability to set in a variety of zippers, sleeves, collars and complete pockets

§  Basic understanding of doublet and/or bodice construction, trouser construction, cartridge pleating, robes and capes, unstructured coats, basic jacket and vest construction

•      Has the ability to understand the Cutter’s and First Hand’s step by step instructions

Preference will be given to candidates with experience sewing historical costumes.

Multiple contracts available based on skill level. This seasonal position is located in Stratford, Ontario and will begin Monday January 29th 2024.  Contract length will be based on departmental needs based on skill level.

Job Type: Full Time Seasonal Contract