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Costume Design and Props Intern
ORGANIZATION: Minnesota Children's Museum
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Position Summary
The Costume Design and Props Intern assists Exhibit Production staff in creating, maintaining, and installing the many costumes and props used by children in the various Museum exhibits. Many of our exhibits include costumes that children may wear while engaging in dramatic play. Our exhibits also include hundreds of props that need repair and maintenance. Intern duties include but are not limited to building replacement props, small hand sewing repairs, sanding and painting, laundry, and other prop maintenance tasks. Projects vary depending on the project workflow for our Exhibits Production Department, but examples of past projects include producing large numbers of backup duplicates of costumes in our exhibits, making laminated books, cutting and felting new papermaking boards, and stitching Thomas and Friends luggage. Specific assignment will vary based on the intern’s skill and experience level. This "behind-the-scenes" position rarely interacts with our visitors directly.
Major Job Accountabilities
The exact duties and projects will be determined by mutual agreement of the intern and museum staff. All duties will be carried out with the direction and supervision of the Exhibit Production department.
Clean, repair and maintain existing costumes and props
Pattern and stitch new costumes (depending on workflow and skill level)
Install and/or remove temporary exhibits
Assist in maintaining exhibit shop equipment
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
1. Knowledge and experience with costume design, patterning and stitching, including hand sewing.
2. Ability to organize time and work independently, follow directions and complete tasks in an effective manner.
3. Ability to concentrate in a busy work environment.
4. Skill in coordinating tasks and projects.
5. Enjoy working with in a team environment.
6. Previous coursework/experience in technical theater, costume design, or apparel design a plus.
Training Provided
1. Intern Orientation
2. Exhibit component operation and maintenance
3. Optional free trainings: The Ways of Play
Applications accepted until position is filled. Examples of work or link to a portfolio of work is a plus. Submit cover letter, resume, and online application at https://mcm.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/2a185277-8fc0-0334-0695-bb891a1391e9/apply?source=615135-CS-23506
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About Minnesota Children's Museum
Location:
10 7th Street West, Saint Paul, MN 55102, US
Mission Statement
Our mission: Sparking children's learning through play! Our vision: "Kids play more. Adults do, too. We thrive as a happier, healthier and more innovative community through the radiant power of play."
Description
Minnesota Children's Museum is dedicated to providing children with a fun, hands-on and stimulating environment to explore and discover. Through immersive exhibits and programs, the museum emphasizes play as a critical ingredient in every child’s development and instills a life-long love of learning by nurturing the real-world skills children need to become engaged citizens in the future.
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10 West 7th StreetSaint Paul, MN 55102
DATE POSTED
October 15, 2017
SKILLS
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REQUIREMENTS
- 10-12 hours per week