Costume Cutter

The Canadian Opera Company ("COC") is looking for a
Costume Cutter covering a contract period from
April 24 to

June 11, 2023.
The Costume Cutter will be part of our Production department, working on _Treemonisha_, being produced by Volcano in
association with the Canadian Opera Company. This position reports to the Head of Costumes.

The actual hourly range for this position is $32.00-$37.90 per hour depending upon experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team to build and\or alter Men's and Women's period and modern clothing
• Communicate and work cooperatively with the Costume Coordinator and Head of Costumes
• Assist the designer and Coordinator in creating the looks required while staying within a strict budget
• Follow deadlines
• Follow all Health and Safety practices.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Postsecondary diploma in theatre and\or
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a cutter in theatre
• Be able to draft or drape Men's' and Women's period patterns
• Knowledge of garment construction, sewing, and alterations
• Ability to work with industrial sewing machines and irons
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Hours general fall into business hours Monday to Friday but a willingness and availability to work evenings and

weekends is required

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS
Employees must be fully vaccinated to work on the premises and must follow all identified safety protocols.

ABOUT THE CANADIAN OPERA COMPANY
Based in Toronto, the Canadian Opera Company is the largest producer of opera in Canada and one of the largest in

North America. General Director Perryn Leech joined the company in 2021, forming a leadership team with Music

Director Johannes Debus and Deputy General Director Christie Darville. The COC enjoys a loyal audience, including a
dedicated base of subscribers, and has an international reputation for artistic excellence and creative innovation. Its

diverse repertoire includes new commissions and productions, local and international collaborations with leading opera

companies and festivals, and attracts the world's foremost Canadian and international artists. The COC Academy is an

incubator for the future of the art form, nurturing Canada's new wave of opera creators with customized training and
support. The COC performs in its own opera house, the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, hailed

internationally as one of the finest in the world. For more information, visit

APPLICATION PROCESS
As Canada's largest opera company, the COC deeply values equity and diversity across all levels of the organization
and believes in fostering an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that fully supports our team's personal and

collective success. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects our community, our city, and our country

and, in turn, the COC welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities who share and embrace these values.

The COC is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please let

us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The Canadian Opera Company thanks all applicants in advance, however, only those considered for an interview will
be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.

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