Costume Development Manager (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)
Not Disclosed•TemporaryOn-site
location_onThe Shoe Tree, West Wilderness Road, Bay Lake, Orange County, Florida, 32836, United States
Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team represents a wide variety of disciplines and talents—from technical directors and writers to choreographers and music producers—bringing magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, and unparalleled spectacle.
The Costume Development Manager will lead operational costume design and development projects from initial planning to final delivery and installation. Acting as the face of the projects to all levels of stakeholders, from executives to hourly union cast, this role ensures the creative design intent is balanced with practical manufacturing and operational considerations. You will facilitate interactions between the Designer and the development team, encouraging innovation with materials, methods, and construction techniques to advance creative goals.
This position reports to the Manager-Costume Design & Development. Please note that this is a temporary role with no guarantee of permanent placement.
Candidates are encouraged to review the full list of benefits and perks available at Disney Careers. The hiring range for this position in Florida is $83,000.00-$111,200.00 per year, with the final offer determined by internal equity, geographic region, and relevant skills and experience.
Disney is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Work model: On-site
The Shoe Tree, West Wilderness Road, Bay Lake, Orange County, Florida, 32836, United States
Florida
Experience using purchasing software, GUS+ (Garment Utilization System), and YuniquePLM. Experience in Product Buying. Experience in the Theatre, Costume, Merchandise, or the Fashion Industry. Advanced degree in Fashion, Costuming, Merchandising, Project Management, or related.
Skills: Yuniqueplm, Gus, Garment Utilization System, Product Development, Garment Construction, Textile Selection, Project Management, Fashion, Costuming.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Walt Disney Imagineering, headquartered in Glendale, California, operates as a specialized division within the entertainment providers sector. Established in 1952 by Walt Disney, the organization functions as a creative force dedicated to designing immersive experiences that connect and inspire audiences across generations and geographic borders. Over seven decades of operation, the company has maintained its pioneering role in an industry it helped define.
The firm integrates the functions of a design studio, development company, storytelling hub, and innovation laboratory into a single entity. Imagineers collaborate closely with colleagues throughout The Walt Disney Company to bring new worlds and beloved characters to life. This approach relies on a global team of expert talent working in unison to deliver projects that continue to set high standards within the entertainment landscape.
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Experience
5+ yrs (Senior)
Education
High School diploma or equivalent is required
Job Type
Temporary
