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A Wardrobe Assistant works in the costume department of an entertainment production company. You might specialise in television, film or theatre and you may work in live events or recorded productions. Wardrobe Assistants might source outfits and costumes for performers, make costume adjustments or create costumes for specific needs.
Wardrobe Assistants should be creative and enjoy working as part of a team. You’ll need to follow instructions and communicate well with your colleagues. Wardrobe Assistants should be able to work quickly and be flexible during the production process. You may have to work irregular hours in this job role.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Wardrobe Assistant.
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Get started in live film, TV, and theatre costuming with the CUA30420 Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services (Costume). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to modify and repair performance costumes, apply art finishings, then dress the performers. During your studies you’ll gain a strong understanding of the creative arts industries in Australia and have the opportunity to plan your long term career. The course also covers: on-the-job safety, working on a production crew, team communication, installing staging elements, drawing and sketching, and using hand tools and equipment. Enquire now for the full list of study units, live production career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Wardrobe Assistant generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 16,800 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Wardrobe Assistant. Wardrobe Assistants may find work in all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a Wardrobe Assistant, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services (Costume). This course will give you the skills to dress performers, modify and repair costumes and apply art finishings. You’ll cover a range of topics including working on production crew, installing staging elements, drawing and sketching, using hand tools and equipment, team communication and job safety.
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Here are some potential career pathways within film, tv and production. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Film, TV and Production
Props Assistant
$960 weekly pay
Wardrobe Assistant
Assistant Editor
$1,150 weekly pay
Audio Visual Technician
Broadcast Technician
Camera Assistant
Cinematographer
$1,250 weekly pay
Digital Content Creator
Digital Producer
Foreign Correspondent
Gaffer
Grip
Lighting Designer
Lighting Technician
Production Assistant
Stage Manager
Stage Technician
$1,050 weekly pay
Studio Executive
Television Producer
Theatre Technician
Videographer
Visual Technician
Broadcast Production Manager
$1,350 weekly pay
Broadcaster
$1,500 weekly pay
Casting Agent
$1,888 weekly pay
Content Creator
$1,400 weekly pay
Director of Photography
Film and TV Production Manager
Film Director
Film Editor
Film Producer
Podcaster
$1,340 weekly pay
Radio Broadcaster
Radio Producer
Screenplay Writer
$1,300 weekly pay
Sound Engineer
Theatre Director
Video Producer
$2,212 weekly pay
Video Production Manager
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