IATSE 705 Finished Costumer Training

Applications are open!

Made possible with support by:

I.A.T.S.E. Local 705 is partnering with Reel Works to host an intensive training program to prepare costume professionals with the essential skills needed to work successfully as a Finished Costumer.

What does it cost?

There is no fee for this program. Each trainee is paid to participate.

Who should apply?

All participants must:

  • Be at least 21+ years of age

  • Available for full-time work after completion of the training program

  • Be eligible to work in the U.S.

  • Be able to provide proof of residency in California with a 2-hour commuting distance from Los Angeles

  • Have knowledge of fashion and design/history of fashion and design

  • Proficient computer skills including but not limited to spreadsheets, word processing, and photo layout. 

  • Must have a functional smartphone

    Additional Requirments

  • Please email recruitment@mediamkrs.org for additional requirements.

We acknowledge that the media and entertainment industry can do better when it comes to access for media professionals from marginalized communities, including people of color, women, and LGBTQIA+ people. Therefore, we strongly urge those with the following identities to apply: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQIA+, women and non-binary people, people living with disabilities, and others with lived experience being part of marginalized communities to apply for this training.

Photo Courtesy of IATSE 705.

Maria Lorenzana, Hocus Pocus 2 Premiere Set Up, NYC

Applications are Open!

Please email recriutment@mediamkrs.org by the

The first step in the application process is to review the info session. The info session covers important program information, and program dates, overviews the application process, and features a Q&A session with panelists.

To request a review link, please email recruitment@mediamkrs.org with the subject: Finished Costumer Info Session.

Info Session review links will only be sent out until November 7th, 2024 3:00 PM ET | 12:00 (Noon) PT.

Application links will only be sent out until November 7th, 2024 6:00 PM ET | 3:00 PM PT.

We believe that film, media, and tech should be accessible for all people. If you need an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation for the info session, please specify the accommodation you are requesting to recruitment@mediamkrs.org by [DATE]. You will be contacted by staff to discuss your request as needed.