The Walt Disney Company
Costume Assistant 2, Full Time/Part Time - Walt Disney World
The Walt Disney Company, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Costume Assistant 2, Full Time/Part Time - Walt Disney World
Job ID
1330401BR
Location
Orlando, Florida, United States / Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States
Business
Walt Disney World Resort
Date posted
Jan. 05, 2026
Job Summary: Have you ever pictured yourself providing costume services for entertainment offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line, and more? We are looking for Costume Assistants to join our Disney Live Entertainment team! These hardworking individuals assist in the end-to-end process of costume production with delivery, operation, and sustainment. Costume Assistants may perform specialized functions such as sewing, airbrushing, dying, and other craft work, as well as repairs, laundry, inventory, and storage. Additionally, Costume Assistants will assist the Costumers with setting up and attending fittings! You will report to the Costumers.
As a part of the consideration process for this position,
there will be a 4-hour in-person costume crafting assessment.
The pay rate for this role in Florida is $19.25 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
Responsibilities:
Perform advanced craft work on specialty costumes such as embellishing, airbrushing, painting, distressing, and more
Pack costumes for shipment and fill out paperwork for tracking and inventory
Perform basic hand sewing, pressing, repair, and set up costume lines for shows
Operate special laundry care equipment (steamers, industrial steam irons, etc.)
Pick-up and delivery of show costumes for repairs, and alterations
Partner with Costumers to set up and assemble wardrobe and accessories for fitting
Compose alteration tickets, compile swatch cards, and perform general costuming inventory
Perform quick costume fixes to include hand sewing, button repairs, zippers, gluing, mending, and more
Basic Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must successfully pass the Costume Assistant assessment
Must possess a valid Driver’s License as you may be required to drive company vehicles, such as an automatic transmission box truck
Proficiency in multiple types of complex shipping logistics (e.g. bin, soft craft, garment bag, shipping box, road case)
Willing to work with and around costumes made of natural and synthetic materials such as fur, latex, and mylar
Physical role requiring repetitive movement such as heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, grasping, clutching, prolonged standing, and kneeling
Minimal climbing of step stools/small ladders
Be able to work with or around costumes made of natural or synthetic materials such as fur, foam, latex, or mylar
Push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds individually, and team lift a maximum of 85 pounds
Flexible with work schedule, including overtime, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
One (1) year of experience in a Costume Department or two (2) years of related experience in a theatrical or themed entertainment capacity
Experience with programs and software such as GUS, Jira, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), SmartSheet, SharePoint, Maximo, MULAN, YuniquePLM
Advanced costume craft skills such as airbrushing, dye procedures, jewelry making, and painting
Experience with international packing/shipping logistics and paperwork
Additional Information: SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY
Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and some shifts may start as early as 5:00am while some may end as late as 3:00am, 4:00am or 5:00am. Please note that the principles of seniority are used to schedule all roles.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
After clicking “Apply Now” below, the employment application will open in a new window. Please complete ALL pages of the application by clicking “Next” on each page, then “Submit” on the final page.
About Walt Disney World Resort: Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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1330401BR
Location
Orlando, Florida, United States / Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States
Business
Walt Disney World Resort
Date posted
Jan. 05, 2026
Job Summary: Have you ever pictured yourself providing costume services for entertainment offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line, and more? We are looking for Costume Assistants to join our Disney Live Entertainment team! These hardworking individuals assist in the end-to-end process of costume production with delivery, operation, and sustainment. Costume Assistants may perform specialized functions such as sewing, airbrushing, dying, and other craft work, as well as repairs, laundry, inventory, and storage. Additionally, Costume Assistants will assist the Costumers with setting up and attending fittings! You will report to the Costumers.
As a part of the consideration process for this position,
there will be a 4-hour in-person costume crafting assessment.
The pay rate for this role in Florida is $19.25 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
Responsibilities:
Perform advanced craft work on specialty costumes such as embellishing, airbrushing, painting, distressing, and more
Pack costumes for shipment and fill out paperwork for tracking and inventory
Perform basic hand sewing, pressing, repair, and set up costume lines for shows
Operate special laundry care equipment (steamers, industrial steam irons, etc.)
Pick-up and delivery of show costumes for repairs, and alterations
Partner with Costumers to set up and assemble wardrobe and accessories for fitting
Compose alteration tickets, compile swatch cards, and perform general costuming inventory
Perform quick costume fixes to include hand sewing, button repairs, zippers, gluing, mending, and more
Basic Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must successfully pass the Costume Assistant assessment
Must possess a valid Driver’s License as you may be required to drive company vehicles, such as an automatic transmission box truck
Proficiency in multiple types of complex shipping logistics (e.g. bin, soft craft, garment bag, shipping box, road case)
Willing to work with and around costumes made of natural and synthetic materials such as fur, latex, and mylar
Physical role requiring repetitive movement such as heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, grasping, clutching, prolonged standing, and kneeling
Minimal climbing of step stools/small ladders
Be able to work with or around costumes made of natural or synthetic materials such as fur, foam, latex, or mylar
Push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds individually, and team lift a maximum of 85 pounds
Flexible with work schedule, including overtime, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
One (1) year of experience in a Costume Department or two (2) years of related experience in a theatrical or themed entertainment capacity
Experience with programs and software such as GUS, Jira, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), SmartSheet, SharePoint, Maximo, MULAN, YuniquePLM
Advanced costume craft skills such as airbrushing, dye procedures, jewelry making, and painting
Experience with international packing/shipping logistics and paperwork
Additional Information: SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY
Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and some shifts may start as early as 5:00am while some may end as late as 3:00am, 4:00am or 5:00am. Please note that the principles of seniority are used to schedule all roles.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
After clicking “Apply Now” below, the employment application will open in a new window. Please complete ALL pages of the application by clicking “Next” on each page, then “Submit” on the final page.
About Walt Disney World Resort: Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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