About Rws Global
Built upon more than 120 years of combined expertise from its subsidiaries, RWS Global launched in 2023 as an industry-leading team of four powerhouse companies—RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Together, they form the world’s largest producer of live experiences. Headquartered in New York City, London and Cincinnati, RWS Global provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions.
On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually. RWS Studios, located in New York City and London, comprises over 100,000 combined square feet of creative and meeting spaces, a costume shop, rehearsal studios, performer housing, fully equipped casting studios, acoustically treated music rooms and more.
RWS Global's subsidiaries include RWS, the leader in live moments by bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences; ted, Europe's largest leisure entertainment experience company; JRA, an award-winning creative studio specializing in master planning, design and project management and ARC, providing casting for theatre, film, TV and commercials. Together, RWS Global’s companies have served an impressive roster of clients that includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Lionsgate, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros.,
Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway,
Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes and many more. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
Overview
The
Onboard Stitcher plays a key role in supporting the wardrobe team by constructing, altering, and maintaining costumes onboard a Client program. This role ensures high-quality costume execution and presentation for performers in accordance with design standards and production timelines. The Stitcher will collaborate closely with RWS & Associates’ in-house teams and other contractors to deliver a seamless wardrobe experience that meets the aesthetic and functional needs of each production.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Serve as the onboard stitcher for the wardrobe team, ensuring timely completion of all costume related tasks.
- Alter and prepare costumes as directed, adhering to provided measurements and designs.
- Maintain and update wardrobe inventory; make recommendations for restocking supplies as needed.
- Capture clear, standardized photos of performers in full costume (including wigs and accessories) for documentation and quality control.
- Meet all production deadlines and notify the Production/Wardrobe Manager in writing if deadlines cannot be met.
- Collaborate with the in-house design and production team, including attendance at production meetings with other departments (Scenic, Sound, Video, Lighting, etc.)
- Maintain the overall appearance of performers, which may include wig styling, application assistance and stage makeup guidance.
- Support the RWS team with any costume or wardrobe related needs during installation, performance and strike.
- Follow all company rules, safety protocols and infectious disease guidelines as directed by RWS and the Client.
- Adhere to the RWS Handbook, including dress codes, professional conduct and travel policies.
- Log all hours worked on provided timesheets and submit them to the Wardrobe Manager upon completion.
- Take responsible and healthy rest breaks and meals during install periods.
- Respect and maintain all on-site facilities and housing; any damage incurred may result in fines or penalties.
Qualifications
- October 20th – December 31st 2025
- A valid passport for the duration of employment. Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (or proof of exemption) will be required.
- Proven experience in theatrical costume construction.
- Proficiency in hand and machine sewing techniques.
- Strong fitting and alternations skills.
- Understanding of costume design aesthetics and performance functionality.
- Ability to meet deadlines, often with narrow time and budget constraints.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Collaborative team spirit and positive, professional attitude.
- Craft skills, mask making, dyeing, paint, millinery, and shoe maintenance knowledge.
- Extremely detail oriented and responsible.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Experience in theme park and cruise ship wardrobe genres preferred.
RWS is a full service, worldwide production company that provides the very best in custom design as well as pre-packaged events and live shows for corporations, theme parks, cruise ships, resorts, and the fashion industry. Established in 2003, RWS was built from the ground up through the dedication and devotion of a hard-working team. We have experienced continued growth embracing our mission,
Raise Your Experience
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At RWS, our team of bold makers and mold breakers is made of a diverse group of people who we believe make our work stronger. Our stage actively chooses to uplift applicants with diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, sexes, national origins, political affiliations, socio-economic status, veteran and Disability status, and other intersectional dimensions of diversity.
We believe the diversity of our people is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our company’s achievement as well.
We are committed to ongoing learning and developing and implementing programs and initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion in all areas of employment as well as through our creative process and projects.+
