Zeleman Communications, Ethiopia’s leading full-service communications, advertising, and production agency, is looking for qualified and competent applicants to join our dynamic team. We create impactful marketing campaigns that connect with people, exceed our clients’ goals, and drive sustainable growth.
Position: Costume Designer
Place of Work: Addis Ababa
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024
Educational Qualification:
- High school diploma; Degree in fashion design or relevant field is an advantage.
Experience and Skills:
- Proven experience as a costume designer or similar role.
- Knowledge of design, sewing, and textiles.
- Understanding of a range of styles and cultural/historical elements.
- Aptitude in research.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Creativity and attention to detail.
- Well-organized and reliable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read scripts/stories and carefully analyze the plot, tone, and period of the story.
- Communicate with the production manager and director to understand requirements and give direction to casts, receiving a formal brief for the project.
- Research fashion history and trends of the relevant time period and location.
- Compile a collection of visual references to draw final designs.
- Assemble the right fit costumes and call for approved casts for fitting.
- Compile each individual costume design into a costume plot.
- Present costume designs to the production manager and director.
- Ensure all final costume presentations are shared with the client and get approved.
- Process payments for purchasing costumes based on the final approved mood board/reference.
- Get approval before the shooting day for purchased costumes with the director.
- Print the shoot list and call sheet for the shoot and follow up with the schedule throughout the shooting.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online using the following link: Zeleman Careers.
Join Zeleman Communications and be a part of a team that pushes the boundaries of creativity to deliver unforgettable marketing campaigns!