We’re hiring Trainee Costume Workroom Technicians for our upcoming 26/27 season at English National Opera.

Reporting to the Head Cutter and Assistant Cutters, the trainees will work under the direction of the show lead and assist the team with costume alterations for the entirety of the production period for a single show (3-6 weeks). This will take place between our workroom in Stockwell and at the London Coliseum.

This role is designed for someone at the start of their costume career to gain valuable experience within a professional workroom and to learn on the job to build professional and technical skills.

Requirements:

• Completed a relevant course or training programme in garment construction (including Costume, Fashion or equivalent practical experience)

• High level of proficiency sewing by hand and machine

• Basic understanding of costume alterations

• Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team

• Exhibits good time management and initiative

• Someone who is eager to learn, ask questions and follows direction

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required

English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.