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nycballet

Shoe Dyeing Technician

New York, New York · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago

About the role

  • New York City Ballet is one of the foremost dance companies in the world, with a roster of spectacular dancers and an unparalleled repertory.
  • Widely acknowledged for its enduring contributions to dance, New York City Ballet is committed to promoting creative excellence and nurturing a new generation of dancers and choreographers.
  • The School of American Ballet is the official training academy of the New York City Ballet.

Responsibilities

  • Create custom colors using color theory to accurately match costumes and design requirements
  • Maintain consistency and craftsmanship while processing large volumes of shoes
  • Maintain a catalog of custom dye formulas and swatch records to ensure color consistency across productions and cast changes
  • Collaborate closely with the Shoe Department Manager and wardrobe teams
  • New York City Ballet is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Shoe Dyeing Technician to support its ballet productions.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of color theory and custom color matching
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high volume production setting
  • Ability to work is a confined space
  • Ability to navigate stairs and stand for extended periods of time
  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends during performance weeks
  • Availability to travel domestically and internationally as required
  • Support productions both on site and while touring, as required

Nice to have

  • Proven experience dyeing professional dance footwear preferred
  • Theatrical production knowledge and/or prior ballet wardrobe experience preferred

Compensation

  • Permanent, part time seasonal position (approximately 24 hours per week & 33 non-consecutive weeks per year)

Benefits

  • The position is covered by the Local 764 Union, with all benefits governed by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Company info

  • Founded in 1948 by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, New York City Ballet quickly became world-renowned for its athletic and contemporary style.
  • This role is an integral part of the shoe department, ensuring that footwear integrates seamlessly with costumes and choreography.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military

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