Freelance Event Wardrobe HOD (Head of Department)
A Wardrobe Head of Department (HOD) oversees everything related to costumes and clothing on an event or production. They’re the person in charge of planning, sourcing, managing and supervising all wardrobe requirements.
They lead the wardrobe team, ensuring consistency, professionalism and smooth delivery.
Dressers would work under them.
What They Do
The Wardrobe HOD works with producers and directors to establish the overall look and requirements for talent. They source costumes, co-ordinate fittings, and manage budgets for wardrobe.
Onsite, they oversee dressers and assistants, supervise quick changes, and maintain standards across all clothing. They also handle laundry, repairs, and continuity – making sure every outfit looks the same on day three as it did on day one.
Skills They Bring
- Leadership – managing the wardrobe team effectively
- Budgeting – controlling costs for costumes and clothing
- Organisation – tracking items, repairs and quick changes
- Creative eye – ensuring style and consistency
Why You Need a Wardrobe HOD
Without clear leadership, wardrobe can quickly become disorganised. With a Wardrobe HOD, you get a structured, efficient and professional wardrobe department that ensures every talent looks perfect.
If you have any larger events coming up that have multiple costume or outfit changes, you may want to consider the peace of mind a Wardrobe HOD would bring you.
In short: a Wardrobe HOD is the leader who keeps the wardrobe team running like clockwork.
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