EDUCATION

Boston University, Boston, MA

M.F.A in Costume Design2014

Thesis: “The Caucasian Chalk Circle: A Costume Design”

Thesis Committee: Mark Stanley, Nancy Leary, Mariann Verheyen

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

B.F.A in Drama with Distinction2010

Area of Concentration: Costume Design and Technology

Thesis: “Mulan: Costumes of the East for a Western Audience”

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Adjunct Lecturer – Costume Shop Management 2014-2020

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Taught the basicl principles and foundations of Costume Shop Management. Focused on staff mentorship and supervision, health and safety, space planning, time management. Upper level class.

Associate Lecturer – Costume Construction Techniques 2014-2020

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Worked in conjunction with the Professor of Costume Design to teach and mentor the freshman class through basic sewing principles and techniques.

Associate Lecturer – Draping and Patternmaking 2014 – 2020

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Worked in conjunction with the Professor of Costume Design to teach various sections of the course. Topics usually consisting of measurements, dart manipulation, draping essentials, and pattern manipulation.

Associate Lecturer – Costume Crafts for Theatre 2014 – 2020

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Worked in conjunction with the Professor of Costume Design to teach various sections of the course. Topics usually consisting of Millinery, Thermoplastics, Shoe Maintenance and refurbishment, and Metal-crafting.

Teaching Assistant – to Lynn Hoffman “Costume History” 2013-2014

Boston University, Boston, MA

Maintained multimedia technology; maintained and distributed handouts and syllabi; administered and graded exams; maintained attendance and grade records.

Teaching Assistant – to Mariann Verheyen/Nancy Leary “Costume Colloquium”2012-2013

Boston University, Boston, MA

Maintained multimedia technology; maintained and distributed handouts and syllabi; maintained attendance records.

Teaching Assistant – to Madelyn Shaw “Costume History” 2011-2012

Boston University, Boston, MA

Maintained multimedia technology; maintained and distributed handouts and syllabi; administered exams; maintained attendance and grade records.

Visiting Lecturer – Introduction to Costume Crafts: Millinery 2013

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Developed syllabus and overall course structure, including weekly lab practicum, supervised individual proficiency.

Visiting Lecturer – Introduction to Costume Crafts: Varaform Mascot Heads 2013

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Developed syllabus and overall course structure, including weekly lab practicum, supervised individual proficiency.

Visiting Lecturer – Masterclass: Wire Crafts and Jewelry Making 2013

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Developed Syllabus and overall class structure, including lab practicum

Guest Lecturer – Jon Young “Intro to Design: Drawing the Human Form” 2009/2010

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Collaborated with the Associate Professor, lectured on the process and theories of Drawing the Human Form.

Guest Lecturer – Alissa Branch-Millar “Intro to Theatre: Costume Design for the Theatre”2009

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Collaborated with the Adjunct Lecturer, lectured on the process and theories of designing costumes for professional theatre.

COSTUME TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE

Freelance Costume Technology June 2014 – Present

Topher Productions

Freelance custom construction of costumes (both theatrical, dance, and cosplay), wigs, and jewelry. Provide custom patternwork, fitting, construction and finishing of any and all costume pieces requested and negotiated with independent clients

Costume Shop/Studio Manager July 2014 – 2020

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Oversees the daily operation of the costume shop/studio including personnel and equipment. Responsible for the production and completion of new costumes and the refurbishment/alteration of existing costumes for the production season. Maintains the functionality of shop equipment. Schedules, coordinates, and supervises costume fittings. Coordinates and facilitates communication between the costume designers and production team. Acts as an auxiliary Cutter/Draper as the need arises. Acts as production crafts artisan as need arises.

Draper/Cutter May 2013 – August 2013

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Responsible for the creation pattern-work through draping, drafting, flat patterning, radial projection, or digital drafting. Supervised the timely creation of new costumes, alteration of existing costumes, including maintenance and fittings. Acted as the floor supervisor of 3 full-time professional staff members, 15 undergraduate staff members and 25 undergraduate lab students.

Draper/Cutter March 2013 – May 2013

Boston University, Boston, MA

Responsible for pattern making, instructing the first hand and/or stitchers on how to construct and finish the costumes, instructing practicum students on construction technique, labeling, sorting and restocking patterns, cleaning and organizing project areas, attending fittings, measuring actors, and fabric/costume maintenance

First Hand March 2012 – May 2012

Boston University, Boston, MA

Assisted in pattern-making, construction, fitting, alteration, and refurbishment of costumes for all productions, pattern, cut, and construct costumes as instructed by the Cutter/Draper, cut and sew trim and accessories, complete notes from all fittings and dress rehearsals as prioritized by the Costume Shop Manager. Contributed to maintaining a high level of quality, efficiency, and professionalism in the Costume Shop’s operations.

Stitcher May 2012 – August 2013

Boston Ballet Company, Boston, MA

Assisted in pattern-making, construction, fitting, alteration, and refurbishment of costumes for all productions, pattern, cut, and construct costumes as instructed by the Cutter/Draper, cut and sew trim and accessories, complete notes from all fittings and dress rehearsals as prioritized by the Costume Shop Manager. Contributed to maintaining a high level of quality, efficiency, and professionalism in the Costume Shop’s operations.

Draper/Cutter December 2010 – August 2011

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Responsible for pattern making, instructing the first hand and/or stitchers on how to construct and finish the costumes, instructing practicum students on construction technique, labeling, sorting and restocking patterns, cleaning and organizing project areas, attending fittings, measuring actors, and fabric/costume maintenance.

First Hand October 2008 – December 2010

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

Assisted in pattern-making, construction, fitting, alteration, and refurbishment of costumes for all productions, pattern, cut, and construct costumes as instructed by the Cutter/Draper, cut and sew trim and accessories, complete notes from all fittings and dress rehearsals as prioritized by the Costume Shop Manager. Contributed to maintaining a high level of quality, efficiency, and professionalism in the Costume Shop’s operations.

COSTUME DESIGN EXPERIENCE

Costume Design

Production Director/Choreographer Venue Year

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Tom Huston Orr Helmerich Literature Alive Tour 2018

Alice in Wonderland Dr. Judith Pender Elsie C. Bracket Theatre 2018

Charlotte’s Web Dr. Judith Pender Helmerich Literature Alive Tour 2016

Rocky Horror Show Richard Hines Wietzenhoffer Theatre 2015

The Metamorphosis Elaine Vaan Hogue Lane/ Comley Studio 210 2013

Owen Wingrave Jim Petosa Boston University Theatre 2013

Execution of Justice Elaine Vaan Hogue Wimberly Theatre 2012

Rent Shawn Churchman Rupel J Jones Theatre 2010

Copenhagen Susan Shaughnessy Weitzenhoffer Theatre 2010

Four Sonatas Helen Simoneau Reynolds Performing Arts Center 2009

Dives and Lazarus Kathleen Ridlon Reynolds Performing Arts Center 2009

The Zone Darrell Moultrie Reynolds Performing Arts Center 2009

Fractured Memories Fritz Ludin Reynolds Performing Arts Center 2009

Henry IV, Part 1 Tom Huston Orr Weitzenhoffer Theatre 2009

Bremen Town Musicians Christopher Boyd Weitzenhoffer Theatre 2009

Pride and Prejudice Dr. Judith Pender Weitzenhoffer Theatre 2009

Lend Me a Tenor Dr. Judith Pender Weitzenhoffer Theatre 2008

Leonardo & The Flying Machine Michael Sullivan Waco Civic Theatre 2007

Les Liaisons Dangereuses James Johnson Waco Civic Theatre 2007

Fools James Johnson Waco Civic Theatre 2007

Equus James Johnson Waco Civic Theatre 2006

Assistant Costume Design

Production Designer Venue Year

Distant Vision Lloyd Cracknell OCCC Digital Video 2015

Peer Gynt Evan Prizant Lane/Comley Studio 210 2011

Biloxi Blues Lloyd Cracknell City Rep 2011

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Lloyd Cracknell Reduxtion Theatre 2011

AWARDS

Outstanding Staff Award, University of Oklahoma 2017

White Buffalo Mask Award, University of Oklahoma 2016

Mission Impossible Award, Shop Management/Mentorship, University of Oklahoma 2015-2016

Jo Ellen Uptgraft Award for Costuming, University of Oklahoma 2007 – 2008

Wietzenhoffer Design/Technical Award, University of Oklahoma 2009 – 2010

Beatrice Carr and W. Ray Wallace Scholarship , University of Oklahoma 2009 – 2010

SPECIAL SKILLS

Patternmaking – Draping, Drafting, Radial Projection

Tailoring – Men’s Historical Tailoring, Contemporary Men’s Tailoring, Women’s Tailoring

Millinery – Felt, Straw, Wire, Cloth, Buckram, Paper, High Density Foam

Costume Crafts – Jewelry Making, Varaform, Fossshape, Wonderflex, High Density Foam, Soldering, Mold Making

Fabric Dying and Painting – Fiber Reactive Dying, Direct Dying, Immersion Dying, Discharge Dying, Shibori, Devore, Screen Printing,

Makeup Design and Application - Old Age Makeup, Fantasy Makeup, Glamour Makeup, Wounds, Basic Prosthetics

Hair/Wig Design, Construction, and Maintenance

Stretch, Dance, and Sportswear Design and Production

Digital Costume Design and Production – Cameo, Patternmaster, Tailor Made, Corel Painter 11, Adobe Photoshop