Creative Costume Maker / Sewing Machinist / Seamstress
Company: James Maciver Costumes Ltd
Location: MK46 5ED
Job Summary
James Maciver Costumes is looking for a creative individual who can translate the Costume Designer’s ideas and drawings into real clothes, in consultation with both the Designer and Workroom Supervisor. They will be required to work closely with a team of Creative Costume Makers / Machinists or independently on specific projects assigned to them.
We are looking for someone with previous experience of working in a similar studio / home environment who can confidently perform the key duties and responsibilities required.
Duties and responsibilities

• To be able to follow working notes and drawings / instructions relating to the makeup of the garments.
• To follow costume design specifications, seam allowances and details that are indicated on the design sheet and patterns.
• To be able to use own initiative manage and organise their own workload to ensure each assigned project or task is completed within the agreed timescales. .
• To communicate any questions / concerns to the Head / Assistant Head of Costume Operation. upon project handover ensuring maximum productivity.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of drafting patterns and cutting.
• To ensure all working notes / photographs are documented on the design sheet.

Experience

• Advanced knowledge in construction methods
• Excellent finishing skills and a great attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience of handling a wide range of fabrics including woven, lycra, knit and chiffon
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience of garment construction with a minimum of 1 year in industry
• Highly comprehensive sewing skills using industrial machinery
• Proven track record of making garments and costumes in a professional workroom

The role is physically demanding and will require long periods of standing and sitting at machinery and maneuvering boxes / rolls of fabric.
We are seeking a skilled Machinist to join our team in the manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will have experience operating machinery and producing precision parts.
About James Maciver Costumes
We are a fast-paced dynamic and creative expanding team of 27 employees based in Milton Keynes, working with clients around the UK and Internationally. Our clients range from independent artists to large scale companies within the entertainment and hospitality industry with various requirements and needs.
We work on various seasonal calendar events throughout the whole year including but not limited to Christmas, Gay pride, New Year, Easter.
Values
Our values are to provide a professional, dependable and bespoke service. We pride ourselves on designing and producing high quality products for our clients however large or small.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,500.00-£29,120.00 per year
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Olney: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Machinist: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Creative Costume Maker / Machinist July 2024