The Costume Shop Manager is responsible for the overall supervision of the costume shop – including costumes, make-up, and costume crafts. Responsible for the execution and realization of costume designs for all departmental productions – theater and dance. Works closely with costume designers. Hires and supervises career, limited, and student employees. Helps in construction of costumes. Schedules all fittings. Coordinates and manages shop and show budgets. Prices and purchases materials and supplies. Maintains shop equipment and inventory. Responsible for rentals. Teaches, supervises, and evaluates students labs in practical costuming skills. Recruits, trains and supervises student wardrobe run crew members.