SOCIALBILITTY • FILM & TELEVISION INDUSTRY GLOSSARY

Costume Designer

DEFINITION

The Costume Designer is the department head responsible for designing and overseeing the clothing worn by performers in a film, television program, commercial, or other production. The designer develops character and period concepts, collaborates with the Director and Production Designer, and supervises sourcing, fabrication, fittings, alterations, continuity, and costume-department execution.