Description
Define and assign costume materials and fabrics.
Alternative labels
define materials for costumes
specify costume materials
determine costume materials
defining costume materials
establish costume materials
define costume material
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Define costume materials is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Costume designer: Costume designers develop a costume design concept for a performance, a movie or a television program. They supervise the execution of it. Their work is based on research and artistic vision. Their design is influenced by and influences other designs and must be conform with these designs and the overall artistic vision. Therefore, the designers work closely with artistic directors, operators and the artistic team. Costume designers develop sketches, design drawings, patterns or other documentation to support the workshop and performance crew.
Optional skill
Define costume materials is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Costume buyer: Costume buyers work with the costume designer in order to identify the materials for the costumes. They buy and rent fabric, thread, accessories and other items needed to finish the wardrobe. Costume buyers may also purchase clothing items “off the peg”, ready made. They base their purchases on the sketches of the costume designer.
References
- Define costume materials – ESCO