Costuming Manager

The Costuming Manager plays a critical role in maintaining artistic integrity, operational excellence, and brand standards under the guidance of multiple IPs by leading a multidisciplinary team of costuming professionals while collaborating closely with broader Entertainment, Events & Production, Operations, Creative, and Ent Tech teams. The position serves as an operational leader with a creative touch, actively contributing to the achievement of artistic goals while ensuring efficient processes, exceptional guest experiences, and a positive team culture. ROLE SCOPE Leadership & Team Management • Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and professional development to the Costuming team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. • Build and maintain a highly engaged workforce by promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and best practices across all costuming disciplines. • Establish performance expectations, conduct evaluations, identify training needs, KPI s for the team and support succession planning initiatives. • Lead by example, maintaining a professional and positive attitude while cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and safe workplace environment. Costume Operation & Execution • Oversee the daily operation of costume issuance, maintenance, laundry, storage, inventory management, and performer support functions. • Ensure all costumes are prepared, fitted, maintained, repaired, and presented to the highest quality standards, supporting the operational readiness of all entertainment offerings. • Manage costume logistics for daily operations, rehearsals, special events, media appearances, seasonal activations, and new productions. • Monitor costume utilization and lifecycle management to maximize asset longevity and operational efficiency Creative Collaboration • Partner with Entertainment Creative/Live Experiences, Events & Production, Stage Management teams to support the development and implementation of new shows, attractions, parades, character experiences, and special events under the guidance of the Senior Director of Costuming. • Participate in costume build up fittings, alterations, sourcing, and production processes to ensure alignment with a balance of creative intent and operational requirements. • Provide costuming expertise throughout project planning, installation, rehearsal, and operational launch phases. • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution of entertainment initiatives while preserving creative vision and brand integrity. Quality Assurance & Standards • Ensure consistent application of costuming standards, appearance guidelines, and presentation requirements across all entertainment products and venues. • Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain the highest standards of costume quality, cleanliness, functionality, safety, and visual presentation. • Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational procedures, standard operating practices, and quality control measures. • Safeguard production values and artistic consistency across all parks, venues, and entertainment offerings. Financial & Resource Management • Prepare and manage operational and project budgets related to costuming activities as requested. • Monitor expenditures, inventory levels, procurement activities, and resource allocation to ensure financial accountability and operational effectiveness. • Collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and manufacturers to source materials, costumes, and related services while maintaining quality and cost-efficiency. • Identify opportunities for asset optimization, cost savings, and process improvements without compromising quality standards. Health & Safety and Compliance • Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, operational procedures, health and safety regulations, and costume-related risk management requirements. • Promote safe work practices within workshops, wardrobe facilities, laundry operations, and backstage environments. • Maintain accurate documentation related to inventory, maintenance schedules, inspections, incident reporting, and operational records. • Support emergency response procedures and operational contingencies as required. QUALIFICATIONS Essential • Higher secondary or equivalent education • Minimum of 4 years in Theme Park or entertainment industry and large-scale productions including events • Leadership & organizational skills • Understanding of costume builds and operations management • Communication skills including proficiency in English • Computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Ability to hand sew and operate home sewing machines • Previous experience working with performers • Understanding of costume technology, wig care and theatrical makeup Desirable • Bachelor s degree in theatre arts with emphasis on costuming • 7 years of experience in the entertainment industry and theme park within Costuming Department; 3 years of experience leading a team in a theme park/theatre/cruise ship environment • Stage management knowledge • Costume design and sketching skills • Ability to lead procurement and contracting for costumes • Theme Park experience • Experience with development and operations of IP related costumes Miral Experiences • Higher secondary or equivalent education • Minimum of 4 years in Theme Park or entertainment industry and large-scale productions including events • Leadership & organizational skills • Understanding of costume builds and operations management • Communication skills including proficiency in English • Computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Ability to hand sew and operate home sewing machines • Previous experience working with performers • Understanding of costume technology, wig care and theatrical makeup • Bachelor s degree in theatre arts with emphasis on costuming • 7 years of experience in the entertainment industry and theme park within Costuming Department; 3 years of experience leading a team in a theme park/theatre/cruise ship environment • Stage management knowledge • Costume design and sketching skills • Ability to lead procurement and contracting for costumes • Theme Park experience • Experience with development and operations of IP related costumes