Dress Code

Dress Code

DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR THE JOB

Understand the type of job you are dispatched to. If you are unsure, ask the Dispatcher if there are any clothing requirements.

  • Garments must be free from holes, pre-existing tears, extensive staining, and should fit properly.
  • Clothing must not carry obscene and/or suggestive language, offensive images, political statements, or illegal drug references.
  • Clothing must cover the body in the manner intended. Pants must always be at the waistline. Bare midriffs or exposed undergarments are unacceptable at any time.
  • Tank tops or “muscle shirts” may ONLY be worn by up riggers while working high above the ground; beam, grid, equipment lifts, etc.
  • Shoes must cover the entire foot and be of a solid sole construction.
  • The use of perfume or cologne should be limited.
  • Jewelry should not be a safety hazard. If your jewelry is inappropriate for the work environment you may be asked to remove it for the duration of the call.
  • Clothing with the IATSE logo is encouraged.

STANDARD WORK CLOTHES

  • T-shirts or casual work shirts
  • Pants or walking length shorts, (11’’ inseam)
  • Sweat pants are not acceptable
  • Appropriate shoes (Steel toed shoes or boots may be required on some job sites)

NEAT WORK CLOTHES

  • Any collared, polo or Henley type shirts (no t-shirts)
  • Khakis or casual slacks
  • No shorts
  • Appropriate shoes

SHOW BLACKS

  • Clothing MUST be completely black, including socks, shoes and accessories.
  • Clothing type is the same as Standard Work Clothes
  • Refrain from wearing large screened logos on T-shirts
  • Shorts are NOT acceptable, unless permission has been given. (It’s always a good practice to carry show blacks. You could be placed on a show call on a moment’s notice.)

DRESS CLOTHES

  • All attire should be appropriate for a traditional business atmosphere, but still enable you to work. (In some instances, these clothes may need to be black)
  • Conservative style suit jacket or blazer
  • Dress shirt or blouse
  • Dress pants or slacks
  • Practical dress shoes
  • For women, no dresses or skirts
  • For men, neck ties are encouraged

AV CLOTHES

  • Neat black long pants (khakis or casual pants, such as Carhartt, Dickies, or any type of dungaree or denim material. They must be black)
  • Black collared shirt
  • Black shoes and socks
  • No hats

You may be requested to wear clothing or safety equipment provided by the employer.

Should you fail to meet these requirements you may be dismissed from the call.