Costuming

Costuming is quite unique in that it is one of the few roles with zero guest interaction.  Even though it is technically an entertainment role, it is backstage and you will be interacting solely with Cast Members, not guests. 

If you’re considering steering clear of costuming because you’re not very skilled at sewing or making costumes, do not fret!  The costuming role is more to do with checking out costumes to cast members and washing/maintaining the costumes.  There may be opportunities to work with the entertainment costumes, however it is more likely that you will begin this role in one of the general costuming areas in either the parks, Downtown Disney or at one of the Resorts that has a costuming area. 

As I said, this is a role with ZERO guest interaction which may or may not be a deal breaker for you.  Another positive of this role is that it’s an indoor role so you’ll be able to enjoy the air condition on those hot Florida days!

Here’s the official role description from Disney:

Costuming

• Issuing costumes to fellow Cast Members throughout operations and entertainment locations
• Operating computerized costume checkout system
• Working around performers in various stages of dress
• Operating basic laundry equipment
• Repetitive overhead reaching, bending and heavy lifting
• Moving heavy costumes for location to location
• Handling and laundering soiled garments
• Working independently, with minimal to no Guest interaction

I’m hoping to find out more about costuming at Disney (since I’m a costumer myself), so I’ll no doubt have some more info to add here eventually. 

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