LA Opera is seeking an Overhire Production Assistant to work with our Costume Shop team for an immediate start. This is a full-time, temporary, overtime-eligible position, with approximately two to six weeks of employment between now and December 2025. The length of the employment period will be determined based on operational needs and the availability and specific skills of the Production Assistant. 

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager and Production, Rental, and Stock Supervisor, the Production Assistant will assist with organizing and maintaining costumes and costume storage areas, as well as transporting costumes.  

• Key responsibilities include the following: 
• Restocking and organizing stock and warehouse  
• Participating in tracking and transportation of costumes between several costume storage locations in downtown Los Angeles and Vernon 
• Organizing warehouse inventory  
• Assisting with unpacking/packing and maintaining inventories of incoming and outgoing costumes    
• Assisting with updating warehouse paperwork  
• Running errands  

This position is based at the LA Opera Costume Shop in downtown Los Angeles, near Interstate 10 and South Alameda Street, and also requires some work at other locations in downtown Los Angeles and Vernon. The standard schedule for this position is daytime shifts Monday through Friday and may also include occasional weekend and evening work, based on operational needs.  

Requirements:  

• Experience in a theatrical environment, preferably in costume construction or wardrobe 
• Strong oral and written communication skills; very organized and detail-oriented  
• The ability to prioritize tasks, take instructions, and work well with minimal supervision  
• A clean driving record and a personal vehicle that can be used for local travel (mileage reimbursement provided)  
• The ability to drive a minivan and 16’ cargo truck in city traffic  
• Proficiency with workplace applications such as Microsoft Office 
• Ability to lift, push, and move objects up to 60 pounds  
• Availability to work a flexible schedule 

The base hourly rate of pay is $26.00. This position is represented by Local 768, IATSE, and if the Production Assistant is not already a member of Local 768, they will be required to become a member of the union no later than the 31st calendar day following their first day of work as a Production Assistant.   

To apply: 
Please apply by filling out a job application and uploading your resume here.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

About LA Opera :
LA Opera (LAO) is a mission-driven, non-profit organization that plays a significant role in the cultural life of Southern California. Hundreds of LAO employees and artists help bring to life world-class opera that preserves, promotes, and advances the art form while embodying the diversity, pioneering spirit, and artistic sensibility unique to Los Angeles. Our productions are experienced by more than 100,000 audience members each year at our home at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles. We reach many more through our community and school programs, Off Grand performances in venues across Los Angeles, and On Now digital content.  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer .

We are committed to fostering a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.