Stitchers - Level 2 & 3

Company Overview

As one of the world’s leading theatre companies and Niagara’s 20 largest employers, The Shaw is dedicated to an ongoing process of increasing diversity and inclusion in our audiences, our programs, and in all of our hiring for staff, artists, and in the recruiting of board members. The Shaw is committed to a future when our theatres joyously draw on and include all peoples, fully reflective of the world around us. As such, the Shaw Festival is an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and invite applications from applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black or as persons of colour (IBPOC), the LGBTQ2+ communities and those identifying as gender female. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and in keeping with our wish to ensure a fully inclusive environment, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We will be happy to assist.

We acknowledge and honour the land upon which we gather as the historic and traditional territory of First Nations peoples. In particular we recognize and thank the Neutral Nation, the Mississauga and the Haudenosaunee for their stewardship of these lands over millennia.

Job Description

STITCHERS - Level 2 & 3

The Shaw Festival is currently accepting applications for Stitchers – Levels 2 & 3 positions in the Production Wardrobe Department. This is a seasonal contract position reporting to the men’s Tailor.

The position requires an individual with 6-10 years plus of demonstrated tailoring experience with the ability to build men’s jackets with instruction, and waistcoats/ trousers from start to finish with minimal instruction. This position is responsible for building a portion of our season’s costumes, an in-depth knowledge of costume history and construction is necessary.

The successful candidate must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, be organized, reliable and accurate and work well as part of a team. We encourage a positive and proactive working environment. A good sense of humour is always appreciated.

Knowledge of Health and Safety compliance is essential.

This is a seasonal position between September and November for our fall season and January through July for our main season. The incumbent will have the option and opportunity for off season work in our workshops.

Compensation: Stitcher Level 3 - $29.56 per hour /  Stitcher Level 2 - $28.51 per hour + vacation pay

Start Date: (anticipated) Late February 2024

Please note: All new hires must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses) plus booster, prior to their start date.