Men's Costume Designer (m/f/d) for the "Bavarian State Opera"

Music, art, crafts, dance, project management, singing, administration, stage jobs, communications, technical services—the range of careers at the Bavarian State Opera is as diverse and vibrant as its staff, and as exciting and varied as the magic that unfolds on stage each evening. Are you interested in a job in the cultural sector and would like to become part of our team at one of Europe’s most beautiful opera houses? 
We welcome all applications! 

The Bavarian State Opera is seeking to start as soon as possible a part-time or full-time (38.5 hours/week)

Men’s Tailor (m/f/d) 

We offer:

• An exciting and varied role in a motivated team

• Flexible working hours

• Support in balancing family and career

• Opportunities for continuing education and room for your personal and professional development

• Discounted tickets to dress rehearsals and performances

• Participation in company fitness programs (egymWellpass) and internal health and wellness courses 

• Employment under the TV-L collective bargaining agreement with the social benefits customary in the public sector

Your responsibilities:

• Independent production of costumes based on patterns, including all sewing and craftsmanship

• Precise handwork as well as operation of various industrial and specialty sewing machines and steam ironing systems

• Close coordination with costume masters and flexible implementation of last-minute changes during ongoing stage operations; contributing to the optimization of work processes

• Handling organizational tasks such as machine maintenance

• Availability and flexibility, as needed, to provide costume support for performances

The Bavarian State Opera is committed to the employment of people with severe disabilities. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if their qualifications are otherwise essentially equal. To promote gender equality, we are particularly interested in applications from women. Applications from people with an immigrant background are welcome.

Please submit your complete and detailed application materials by November 15, 2026, at the latest.

Your Qualifications:

• Completed training as a men’s tailor, preferably with professional experience

• Meticulous and independent work ethic 

• High level of technical skill

• Ability to work in a team, flexibility, and resilience