About me
It has always been a dream of mine to get up in the morning and look forward to going to work. This is why I find being a costume designer and maker so fulfilling. It combines my love of using practical skills, the joy I find in interacting with people every day (I am a very sociable person), and my huge interest in film, television and theatre. I currently finished my third year studying costume design and making at Nottingham Trent University, and during my studies I have developed a strong interest in makeup and prosthetics. I plan to use my experience in this area, along with the wealth of knowledge and skills which I have gained from the course, to help me pursue my dream of designing and making costumes for the film, television and theatre industries.
Work Experience
Costume Maker - Angels the Costumiers London
January 2017- Present
I assistant the cutters as a machinist in the making of costumes for film, television and theatre on tight time scales, usually working on a variety of projects at any one time. I have the responsibility of making costumes on my own from start to finish but also as part of a production line process. On smaller projects I am required to do basic pattern cutting. I also assist on fittings which calls for a strong attention to detail and good level of professionalism given that we work with high profile clients. I also liaise with designers and pass on communications from them onto the room management.
Costume Alterations - Angels the Costumiers London
August 2015 - 2017
Role includes making alterations to a wide variety of period and contemporary costumes for film, tv and theatre productions.
Wardrobe assistant - Chichester festival theatre
May 2015
Assisted in the cutting and making of costumes for the performance of 'A Damsel in distress' that is currently showing at the Chichester Festival Theatre.
Costume assistant - White Hot Hair
September 2014
Assisted costume designer Debbie O'brien on a shoot for a new range of haircair products for women with white and grey hair. I was responsible for all her duties whilst she was away for the day which involved picking items of clothing, dressing the models, garment care and checking on screen that the clothes were sitting correctly to ensure we got the best shot.
Costume designer - Magenta Star Christmas Grotto elves
June 2014
Currently in the process of designing elf costumes for Christmas grottos that will be used in department stores nationwide. Designs are in collaboration with Reggie Doherty.
Costume designer - Rhubard Theatre
June 2014
Designed a series of costumes for a Cluedo-themed interactive performance that will tour festivals and stately homes.
Assistant maker - Patssi Valdez Paper Fashions
September 2013
Worked alongside Los-Angeles-based artist Patssi Valdez creating costumes from her 1970s performances with art collective 'Asco'. The work was exhibited at the Nottingham Contemporary and went on tour in France and the Netherlands.
Eve Kann by IMAGE23 photography
Skills
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Pattern drafting (historical and contemporary)
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Confident on industrial and domestic sewing machines, including overlockers
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Computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Word
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Strong creative and technical drawing
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Tailoring
Education
Nottingham Trent University
2012-2015
BA(Hons) in Costume design and making
Chesterfield College
2008-2009
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design - Merit
King Edward V11 School Sheffield
Two A-Levels and nine GCSE's ranging from A-C.