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Opera Costume Designer

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April 29, 2024 5 minute read

To an opera enthusiast, the most striking features of an opera performance are not limited to the singers, the arias, the orchestra, and the storyline. Those who have an eye for detail also take note of the costumes worn by the performers. Opera costume designers are responsible for creating the unique and memorable costumes that enhance the overall visual impact of an opera production. In this article, we will explore the path to becoming an opera costume designer, what skills and knowledge are required for the role, and the challenges and rewards that come with working in this field.

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Salaries for Opera Costume Designer

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$70,000

$100,000

$140,000

$100,000

San Francisco

$72,000

$89,000

$120,000

$89,000

Seattle

$55,000

$68,000

$81,000

$68,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$70,000

$100,000

$140,000

$100,000

San Francisco

$72,000

$89,000

$120,000

$89,000

Seattle

$55,000

$68,000

$81,000

$68,000

Austin

$62,000

$79,000

$115,000

$79,000

Toronto

$32,000

$50,000

$82,000

$50,000

London

£26,000

£34,000

£51,000

£34,000

Paris

€43,200

€50,900

€62,100

€50,900

Berlin

€20,600

€32,500

€44,000

€32,500

Tel Aviv

₪12,200

₪15,900

₪22,000

₪15,900

Singapore

S$39,300

S$47,200

S$59,700

S$47,200

Beijing

¥105,600

¥125,000

¥169,000

¥125,000

Shanghai

¥78,000

¥100,000

¥130,000

¥100,000

Bengalaru

₹520,000

₹948,000

₹1,350,000

₹948,000

Delhi

₹524,000

₹824,000

₹1,140,000

₹824,000

Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

Path to Opera Costume Designer

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