Meticulousness
Costume Assistants (Attractions/Theme Parks) must be able to pay attention to details when handling various costume materials
Costume Assistants (Attractions/Theme Park)
Descriptions & Duties
- Costume Assistants (Attractions/Theme Parks) are responsible for costume issue operation, including registration arrangement, inventory control, distribution, cleaning, ironing and repair. They maintain day-to-day operations on distribution stages or theatres (depending on assignment), handle cleaning detergent and possibly costume materials such as fur, suede, and feather and provide the costumed cast members/performers with quality costumes.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Multi-tasking skills
Costume Assistants (Attractions/Theme Park) must be able to prioritise and handle multi-tasks at a time
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Completion of Secondary 6 (under the New Senior Secondary Academic Structure); or HKDSE qualification
Experience
1 to less than 3 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000 - $20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000 - $30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000 - $40,000
Monthly Salary $40,000 - $50,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Costume Assistants (Attractions/Theme Parks) generally work at attractions/theme parks to support all the events and daily entertainment shows. They usually work shift duty, weekends and holidays to suit the operational needs.
Tools
- Desktop/ Tablet computers
- Domestic clothing irons
- Full body forms or mannequins
- Ironing machines or presses
- Sewing machine
- Sewing patterns - Garment templates
- Measuring tapes