Description:

The role of the Regional Director of Costuming (RDC) is crucial to our community, serving as the chief resource for all things related to Star Trek costumes and uniforms. This includes both pre-made and custom options, as well as expertise in sourcing materials and offering guidance on creating costumes and accessories.

While the primary focus is on Star Trek, the RDC must also possess a broad understanding of other Sci-Fi, Cosplay, and Steampunk genres. Experience from previous conventions will significantly enhance the effectiveness and insight this role brings.

The RDC is responsible for maintaining active and engaging presences on Facebook, Discord, and other social media platforms. Regular posts—on a weekly or bi-weekly basis—are essential to keep these channels vibrant and foster communication and collaboration within our costuming community.

Additionally, the RDC should make it a priority to reach out to new chapters within Region One shortly after their establishment. Providing timely assistance and guidance will ensure that our members, whether seasoned or new to costuming, receive the support they need.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a member of Starfleet in good standing for at least one year.
• Be a member of a Chapter within Region One. (You don’t have to physically live within the region as long as you are a member of a chapter that is within the region.)
• Preferably a DC on that chapter, or an “expert” on the subject matter (not a hard requirement, but, definitely a plus).
• Passed OTS.
• Passed OCC.
• Must SFDPP certified.
• Reliable internet .
• Reliable e‐mail.
• Sense of humor and a great attitude.
• Pride and enthusiasm in Region One.
• The ability to perform duties in a timely and responsible manner. (While it is true that this is a volunteer position, you will have certain duties that MUST be done regularly as an RDC.)
• Willingness to invest personal time and effort to perform an important, but sometimes thankless, job for the benefit of Region One’s members.
• Passed any SFA school that is within the RDC position’s subject. (For example, if you are applying for the position of RDC of Sciences, you may want to take a course in the SFA Vulcan Academy of Science, etc.). This may not apply to all positions. Please list the dates taken and passed.

OVERALL RDC REQUIRED JOB DUTIES

How the RDC runs their department is pretty much up to them. However there are certain duties that apply to ALL RDCs. These include:

• Make your RDC program one that provides value and interest to the region!
• Monthly reports to the RDC Program Director are due on or before the 5th of EVERY month. Missing 2 reports in a row will get the RDC a warning. Missing 3 or more reports in a row is grounds for dismissal from the position. (BUT, the RDC Program Director can be very understanding if they know what they are being understanding about. If circumstances cause you to miss a report or two … don’t wait until you get a warning to call or write and say you have been very busy with something. Instead, you should send a note, e‐mail or regular mail saying what is causing you to miss this report before it is due or as soon after it is due as possible.) Missing 3 reports in any one calendar year is grounds for dismissal. 
• Post to the Facebook AT LEAST every two weeks
• Stay in contact with those ships who provide you with names and addresses of a contact person. Don’t make communication a one way street. After a while your contact person will get tired of sending in reports if they never know if it arrived or not. When you get a report, let the person reporting know.
• Send a recent photo of yourself if you are chosen for the RDC webpage.