Costume Attendant Legal, Social & Cultural Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Costume Attendant Do?
Costume attendant help dress actors and extras. They make sure everything is as the costume designer envisioned and ensure the continuity of appearance of the performers. Costume attendants maintain and repair these costumes. They store them correctly and safely after shooting.
Resource recommendations may include affiliate links. Learn more
Analyse A Script
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Costume Attendant
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
-
EssentialAnalyse A Script skill
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialFollow Directions Of The Artistic Director skill
Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialFollow Work Schedule skill
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialDocument Costume Stock skill
Keep records of the costumes held in stock. Track all relevant properties of the costumes and how they are used.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialDress Actors skill
Dress performing artists.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialEnsure Continuity In The Styling Of Artists skill
Ensure that artists are consistently styled during the production of a motion picture. Make sure that their look remains the same.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialMaintain Costumes skill
Collect, check, maintain and repair costumes.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialPerform Costume Changeovers skill
Perform quick costume changeovers during rehearsals and live performances.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialPreset Costumes skill
Make sure the costumes are set in place for the performers before the performance.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialSelect Costumes skill
Find the right costume for a certain role and actor.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
EssentialWash Costumes skill
Make sure that costumes are clean and ready for use when required. Take care to preserve the costumes in good condition as long as possible.
Course recommendations coming soon.
Optional Skills (5 of 17 displayed)
-
OptionalDressmaking knowledge
The craft of sewing clothes and dresses by following a pattern. This includes the assembly of cutout clothing parts.
Recommended Books
2 books -
OptionalLighting Techniques knowledge
The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.
No book recommendations available yet.
-
OptionalPhotography knowledge
Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.
No book recommendations available yet.
-
OptionalAnalyse The Need For Technical Resources skill
Define and make a list of the required resources and equipment based on the technical needs of the production.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalAttend Rehearsals skill
Attend rehearsals in order to adapt sets, costumes, make-up, lighting, camera set up, etc.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalManage Consumables Stock skill
Manage and monitor consumables stock to ensure that the production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalPlan Transport Operations skill
Plan mobility and transport for different departments in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates. Compare different bids and select …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalSew Pieces Of Fabric skill
Operate basic or specialised sewing machines whether domestic or industrial ones, sewing pieces of fabric, vinyl or leather in order to manufacture or repair wearing apparels, making sure the threads …
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalUse Manual Sewing Techniques skill
Use manual sewing and stitching techniques to manufacture or repair fabrics or textile-based articles.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalWork With The Camera Crew skill
Work with the crew responsible for the camera operation and movement to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalWork With The Director Of Photography skill
Work with the director of photography on the artistic and creative vision that needs to be followed during production of a movie or theatre production.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalWork With The Lighting Crew skill
Work with the crew responsible for the lighting setup and operation to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalAdapt Costumes skill
Adapt, stitch or sew stage outfits for performing actors.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalDraft Styling Schedule skill
Draft the schedule to indicate where, when, and how the actors should be styled.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalDraw Up Artists' Measurements skill
Draw up the measurements and sizes of performing artists for clothing purposes.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalMeasure The Human Body For Wearing Apparel skill
Measure the human body using conventional methods by hand with the tailor meter or using scanning technologies.
Course recommendations coming soon.
-
OptionalOrganise Costume Fittings skill
Organise fitting sessions for the actors and decide on the required actions. Assign the right size costume to each actor.
Course recommendations coming soon.