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Duties and Tasks
Theatrical costume makers and designers may perform the following tasks: - talk with directors and costume designers about the types of costumes to be worn in a production
- estimate costs involved in supplying costumes and accessories such as hats, shoes and jewellery
- prepare material and labour budgets for supplying costumes for each production
- take the actors' measurements and coordinate garment, wig, hat and shoe fittings
- buy or hire costumes, or arrange to have them made
- undertake or supervise the making, alteration and repair of costumes
- make running repairs and alterations to costumes during the production
- make sure costumes are properly stored and cared for.
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