Description
Coordinate and direct costume workers in the process of drawing, cutting and sewing costumes and samples.
Alternative labels
manage costume workers
direct costume workers
supervise costume worker
supervising costume workers
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Supervise costume workers is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Production designer: Production designers are responsible for the complete look (style, colouring and locations) of television programmes, series, motion pictures and commercials. They create the visual concept for the entire production such as set design, lighting, costumes and camera angles. Production designers work together with the director, designers and oversee the art department. They also create sketches, drawings, do colouring and location research and advise props and stage settings to the director.
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
Supervise costume workers 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.
References
- Supervise costume workers – ESCO