Costume Design

What is the average salary of costume designers working in the U.S.?

• $55,840.

• $155,888.

• $25,000.

• $15,000

Costume designers working for an organization negotiate their salaries individually with their employers. They often enjoy fringe benefits. What are some fringe benefits they enjoy?

• sick leaves, vacations, and health insurance

• unpaid leave

• long lunches

• expensive dinners

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Who do costume designers interact with? Check all that apply.

• producers

• suppliers

• customers from all over the world

• delivery drivers

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What can the vision of the show influence in costume design?

• The actor's personal style

• The type of material

• The director's vision

• The needs/abilities of the character

How do costumes contribute to the storytelling of a show?

• By highlighting the actor's preferences

• By defining the time period and character traits

• By determining the budget

• By showcasing the director's personal style

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CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What can the type of material in a costume suggest about a character?

• The actor's personal style

• The character's social status

• The director's vision

• The time period

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

In what way can costumes reflect the needs of a character?

• By the actor's choice

• By the type of material

• By the design and functionality

• By the budget

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How can costumes help in understanding a character's role in a show?

• By the actor's personal style

• By the type of material

• By the design and context

• By the budget

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is a "Costume plot"?

• A list of items and costumes for each character

• Notes of all clothing and accessories

• A full list of where all costumes are coming from

• Having actors try on costumes to determine the best fit

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

What does a "Costume list" include?

• A list of items and costumes for each character

• Notes of all clothing and accessories

• A full list of where all costumes are coming from

• Having actors try on costumes to determine the best fit

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10