A lot of film productions, hire a Costume Assistant to help the Costume designers complete their job in a perfect way. A well-toned Costume Assistant Resume mentions the following core duties and responsibilities – assisting the designer in hiring dramatic costumes, purchasing clothes and accessories for the presenter, steaming and brushing clothes, sourcing and purchasing clothes, accessories, and materials; mending and adjusting outfits. On big shows, these assistants ensure the costume or outfit is ready in time for fitting, recordings, or rehearsals; and assisting with cleaning and repairing tasks.
Those seeking to enter the Costume department should possess the ability to work in a busy department, have attention to detail, memory, and efficiency. The role requires good IT skills, good research abilities, and record-keeping skills. Knowledge of fabrics and tailoring techniques are crucial. As this is an entry-level post, qualifications are not required for this role. However, a degree or coursework in a relevant area would be beneficial.
Objective : Seeking a Costume Assistant position where my skills and experience can be effectively utilized for increased profitability and product sales volume by developing a dynamic team.
Skills : Sewing, Drawing, Organization, Hand Sewing.
Description :
Handled all costumes for the performers.
Selected, fit, and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers.
Assisted with multiple costume changes during performances Kept an inventory of all costumes and Distribute costumes or related equipment.
Arranged costumes in order of use to facilitate quick-change procedures for performances.
Cleaned and pressed costumes before and after performances and perform any minor repairs.
Member of Summer Shakespeare production team for Shakespeare in the Park.
Served as liaison between actors and costume designer.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Costume Assistant Resume
Objective : Well rounded actor trained in the art of communication and personal connection, able to professionally and courteously take, hold, and implement direction, instruction, and critique.
Skills : Speaks Spanish, Plays Violin, Interpersonal , Time Management, Research, Relationship Management, Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Poetry, Theatre for Social Change.
Description :
Worked in storage to find potential garments to fit actresses and actors.
Worked in storage to fine potential shoes to fit actresses and actors.
Labeled and organized garments.
Did alterations and maintenance on costumes throughout the run.
Worked in storage to find potential garments to fit actresses and actors.
Worked in storage to fine potential shoes to fit actresses and actors.
Labeled and organized garments.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor Of Fine Arts
Costume Assistant Resume
Objective : As a Costume Assistant, responsible for creating create the outfits for movies, television shows, or theater productions.
Skills : In-depth knowledge of design, materials and textiles.
Description :
Organized costumes for a specific dance Create dance programs for the shows; distribute them during performances Put out flyers and posters for each.
Assisted head costumer with sewing and alterations Designed costumes based on productions.
Made and altered costumes for Nebraska Wesleyan Theater company.
Organized stock and rental costumes Organizes emails and appointments.
Painted fabrics and shoes to custom needs.
Conceptualized and assisted in production of costumes for A Midsummers Night Dream.
Acted as dresser for six performances.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA
Costume Assistant Resume
Summary : Costume Assistant is to create clothes and costume props for actors on film, theater or TV. Work will play a great part in setting the tone of a story and enhancing the actors performance.
Skills : Strong interpersonal and Communication skills.
Description :
Coordinated with production team and provide consultation on personal grooming for various television programs.
Provided feedback on all personal appearances and recommend grooming changes if required.
Coordinated with wardrobe staff and assist to design and complete costumes.
Provided assistance to cutters and prepare costumes.
Analyzed requirement for all artists and hire costumes and wigs as required.
Administered small changes and corrections in clothes as per production requirement.
Maintained costumes and accessories and perform regular ironing and dry cleaning of all costumes.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Management
Education
BA
Costume Assistant Resume
Objective : Costume Assistant meet with the producers and directors, analyze and interpret the script, research time periods and character histories, and coordinate the process of costume design from conception to creation.
Skills : Excellent communication and people skills.
Description :
Ensured quality checks on all costumes prior to show and perform necessary alterations.
Maintained inventory of ornate jewels and ensure appropriate supply on stage.
Maintained costume department and manage all equipments and clothes.
Performed style for various wigs as per artist requirement and ensure appropriate dressing.
Organized program for work experience for various college and students.
Participated in various production meeting and track all costume requirement.
Coordinated with wardrobe supervisor and handle all petty cash and maintain records of purchases.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA
Costume Assistant Resume
Headline : Over 3 years of experience maintain and keep updating Tech-pack regularly. Directing and negotiating with suppliers, manufacturers and retailers. Transfer products from designer and manufacturer to customer hands. Sales forecasting.
Skills : Knowledge of design, sewing and textiles.
Description :
Studied script to understand costume requirements in terms of setting, era and character attributes.
Performed research on historical periods and different regions.
Developed costume plots for characters.
Created preliminary sketches of costumes and present them for approval.
Produced the final designs with fabrics, styles and colors.
Worked with costume makers to materialize sketches.
Hired or bought ready costumes when necessary.
Ensured costumes stay within budget.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA
Costume Assistant Resume
Headline : As a Costume Assistant, responsible for the set-up and organisation of workrooms, ordering supplying and tidying up during production.
Skills : Strong research and interpretation skills.
Description :
Readed script and creates costume breakdown.
Compiled research for Costume Designer as necessary.
Acts as liaison with costume shop when Costume Designer is unavailable.
Coordinated elements for fittings including all purchased items.
Compiled design notes from fittings.
Attended production meetings and rehearsals as representative for the Costume Designer and costume shop.
Provided costume information to other production areas.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA
Costume Assistant Resume
Headline : Over 2 years of experience developing a pattern that is cut and sewn into sample garments and mass production and supervising the creation of these, including fitting, detailing and adaptations.
Skills : Understanding of a range of styles and cultural/historical elements.
Description :
Created dressing lists required by Wardrobe Head.
Pulled rehearsal costumes as necessary.
Facilitated swatching and shopping for Costume Designer.
Managed petty cash and purchase orders checked out to Costume Designer.
Compiled and maintained production bible.
Supervised the correct labeling of all items for proper wardrobe identification.
Finded rental costumes as necessary and manages their return.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Management
Education
Costume Design
Costume Assistant Resume
Headline : Skilled costume designer able to accurately interpret the director vision and be able to create costumes in a variety of styles. Working closely with animators, riggers, designers, and programmers, they will be handling mocap data, animation rigs, physics rigs, animation trees and dynamic objects.
Skills : Excellent communication and People skills.
Description :
Met with producers and directors to ideate and define wardrobe requirements.
Conducted research on time periods, character profiles, materials, and translation styles.
Prepared initial sketches, costume research, and wardrobe concepts for presentation.
Presented final costume designs, costume plots, and samples for feedback.
Implemented modifications to the wardrobe for final approval.
Coordinated the design, rental, and construction of garments.
Participated in wardrobe fittings and production dress rehearsals.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelors Degree
Costume Assistant Resume
Objective : As a Costume Assistant, developing a pattern that is cut and sewn into sample garments and mass production and supervising the creation of these, including fitting, detailing and adaptations.
Skills : Good knowledge of design principles, Techniques, and translation styles.
Description :
Performed fittings, adjustments, and final touches on set.
Managed the project timelines, fitting schedules, and budgets.
Collated and distributed notes from Costume Designer during dress rehearsal and preview period.
Performed other duties as assigned by Costume Director.
Supervised fittings and rehearsals.
Assumed responsibility of returning, storing or disposing used costumes after filming.
Examine script in details in order to understand costume requirements.
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