Young Actors Theatre Costume Assistant

Pay rate: $14.42 – $19.22 per hour
Hours: 175 – 200 hour contract
Dates: July 6 – August 7, 2026
Location: Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods

Position Description
The Young Actors Theatre (YAT) program is a five-week program, July 6 – August 7, 2026, that trains young actors in the disciplines of voice, dance and acting with a focus of exposing participants to the process of theatrical productions. There will be a maximum of 75 participants that are split into three groups. The 7-11 age group is limited to 50 participants who will be divided into two groups. The 12-15 age group is limited to 25 participants.  Each group will perform a final performance on one of the following dates August 5, 6, and 7, 2026.

Program and Administrative Responsibilities 

• At the direction of the Costumes Director, supports YAT plays by helping to pull, build and buy costumes. Typical program hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. but costume work may extend outside this timeframe.
• Acts as wardrobe/backstage personnel for rehearsals and performances
• Contributes to an organized and positive rehearsal environment
• Prepares for and attends production meetings as assigned. Production meetings take place after 3:00 p.m.
• Participates in complete production schedule and strike, evenings August 5 – 7.

Minimum Employment Standards 

• Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from high school
• Must be available for the full term of the contract

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience/knowledge in the performing arts
• Knowledge of costuming, design, and/or backstage roles in theater
• Ability to do simple hand and machine sewing
• Experience working with youth
• Must be collaborative, dedicated, reliable, patient, and mature

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Must be First-Aid and CPR certified at the beginning of the program