Costume Revival Workroom Senior Technician (Maternity Cover) - Covent GardenFixed Term Contract, Maternity Leave CoverSalary: £43,328.38 per annumFull time; 42.5 hours per weekBased in Covent Garden, LondonThe Royal Ballet and Opera Revival Workroom team provides a costume fitting and alteration service to the Royal Ballet and the Royal Opera.The Costume Revival Workroom technicians carry out a range of activities required for the repair, alteration and making of items for revival, co-productions and hired productions to the highest standards. They work closely with guest artists, dancers, chorus, actors, and child performers.We are seeking to recruit a Senior Technician to join our Costume Revival Workroom Team for a fixed 12-month contract (maternity cover). In this role, you will work across both Opera and Ballet.You must be able to demonstrate: A proven track record in craft skills workrooms with a major producing theatre or venue, or comparable film/TV experience. Proven practical making experience and a good knowledge of costume fitting and alteration techniques. Good knowledge of traditional methods of construction, periods styles, and history of costumes an advantage. A knowledge of standard opera and ballet repertoire an advantage. A Theatrical Costume and Design course qualification or a relevant apprenticeship qualification in a relevant craft skills area is desirable.The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from those who are currently underrepresented in our workforce; in particular those from a global majority background and/or disabled. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.A full job description and RBO information pack can be found below. If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at hr.recruitment@rbo.org.ukClosing date for applications: 8am, Wednesday 20th November 2024Interviews will take place on Thursday 28th November 2024Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.