Skydance
Costume Design Assistant
TLDR
Collaborate with designers and artists to create vivid character wardrobes that enhance storytelling in animated films, while honing skills in garment construction and design.
Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with Production Designers, Costume Design colleagues, and Visual Development Artists to support the creation and refinement of character wardrobes
Conduct thorough research on clothing styles, fabrics, fabrication techniques, and patters to align with the narrative, character, and shows design requirements
Prepare detailed costume packets by gathering reference materials, fabric swatches, pattern cuttings, draping, and considerations of texture, color, silhouette, and pattern design to inform downstream departments
Assist with the execution of character hairstyles that complement overall visual storytelling
Maintain clear and proactive communication with department leads regarding research findings, design progress (from costume associates), and costume packet development
Provide feedback and guidance to ensure costume design consistency, offering corrections, notes, or illustrative draw-overs as necessary
Requirements
(While Design is intended to be a major component long-term, initially the position will focus almost exclusively on packeting).
- Approximately 1 year of experience working as a visual development artist, costume designer in theater, toy designer, or related industry
- Previous experience in visual development, with a strong emphasis on packeting is highly desirable
- Education in Fashion Design, Costume Design, Toy Design, or Art preferred
- Strong knowledge of textiles, fabric properties, and garment construction techniques including pattern making and draping
- Demonstrated ability within portfolio to create compelling costume designs that authentically reflects story and character
- Proven skill in interpreting and implementing feedback while consistently meeting production deadlines
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop or similar digital tools
- Experience working hands-on with fabrics
- Requirement to be, or become, a member in good standing of the Animation Guild (Local 839)
The compensation range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA is $59.16-$63.00/hour. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
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Skydance is a diversified media company that crafts immersive worlds and compelling narratives across feature films, television, interactive platforms, and animation. Targeting global audiences, Skydance is distinguished by its commitment to high-quality, event-level entertainment that combines creativity with technological innovation.