Associate Costume Development Manager (Internal Assignment/Project Hire)

What You Will Do

• Lead project planning including scope, creative content, project timeline
• financials Lead and coordinate project execution including project buyer oversight, issuance of work authorizations, task prioritization, coordination of functionality
• design reviews Maintain the balance between cost, quality
• timeliness, to ensure the successful completion of each project on target, on time
• on budget Assure the creative design intent is balanced with practical manufacturing and operational considerations throughout the development phase by maintaining communications and facilitating interactions between the Designer and other members of the development team Collaborate with Pre-Production staff to ensure transition from development into mass production for offshore and domestic manufacturing Participate in creative development work sessions to facilitate scope definition and initial R.O.M. financial estimate Collaborate with Costume Designer, Project/Fabric Buyer, to refine project scope as materials are selected and construction methods are refined Facilitate creative advancement by encouraging innovation with materials, methods
• construction techniques Assure functional reviews are conducted of prototype costumes and the feedback is accurately considered for incorporation into the design Assure adequate documentation of photo, garment
• design illustrations are prepared for inclusion in PLM, GUS (Garment Utilization System)
• all costume collateral or promotional materials Facilitate resolution of quality and functionality issues that result from the initial release and usage of costume components Present designs/projects to various levels of partners including senior executives Required Qualifications & Skills: 3+ years of experience in product development focusing on the garment industry 1+ years of experience in leading project teams Experience using SAP to track projects and/or budget health Skilled in delivering compelling, insightful, & accurate presentations to all levels of clients, including senior executives Knowledge of garment construction Skilled in picking the right textile for specific uses based on the textile properties and the end-use Experience working in a team environment where collaboration is key Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage partners at all levels Previous experience in planning, problem-solving, conflict resolution, influencing
• negotiating Ability to work around all types of fabrics, fibers
• synthetic furs Valid Passport Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time Schedule availability to work flexible hours including weekends, nights
• holidays Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in Experience in the Theatre, Costume, Merchandise
• the Fashion Industry Skilled in purchasing software, GUS (Garment Utilization System)
• PLM Knowledge using SharePoint, Smartsheet
• Adobe Suite Experience in Product Buying Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required Advanced Degree in Fashion, Costuming, Merchandising, Project Management
• related preferred The hiring range for this position in Florida is $68,600.00-$91,900.00 per year.
• The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
• Job Posting Segment: Disney Live Entertainment Job Posting Primary Business: Costuming, Talent Casting, & Business Integration (DLE) Primary Job Posting Category: Costuming-Costume Design Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-07-30