Theatrical Wardrobe Union,

Local 784

Legitimate and Live Theatrical Roster Intake Procedures

TWU Local 784 primarily accepts resumes during the period of July 1st thru July 31st. 

Applicants must be:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • A legal resident of the United States.
  • A resident for the last 18 months in Local 784’s jurisdiction (which is San Francisco and vicinity, including a 50-mile radius of San Francisco).

Resumes MUST include all the below:

  • Work in the geographical jurisdiction for at least 6 months within the last 5 years. 

  • Five theatrical wardrobe work histories where length of job was not less than one week or eight performances. Minimum of 3 backstage.

  • Three Theatrical work related references.

Beneficial: professional theatrical sewing experience or theatrical costume educational background.

The Intake & Education Committee will review resumes and select applicants based on the criteria set forth above. Such applicants will be invited to a written exam (on theatrical, wardrobe and sewing terminology) and creation of a sewing sampler. A grade of 75% or better is required to pass the exam. 

Applicants who meet the above criteria and pay a $150.00 processing fee will be eligible for dispatch.


Theatrical Wardrobe Union, Local 784, I.A.T.S.E. is a 501(c)5 non-profit organization. 466 Geary St. # M101, San Francisco, CA 94102

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