Abby Swanson
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Costume Crew Member with a track record of success in shows like Treasure Island and Music Man, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and problem solving. Skilled in costume design and makeup enhancement, demonstrating critical thinking and communication skills. Thrives in team environments, ensuring timely and innovative solutions to enhance storytelling through costume artistry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mary Poppins
Costume Crew Member
Bearden Highschool Theater Department
08.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations. When things go wrong I quickly think of solutions.
- Ability to design and construct imaginative, whimsical costumes that reflect the fantasy elements of Mary Poppins.
- Strong Communication Skills – Capable of discussing design ideas, offering suggestions, and understanding feedback from the production team.
- Ability to solve practical problems, like creating costumes that work for quick changes or that can withstand stage lighting and movement.
- Attention to Detail- Ensuring accuracy and precision in recreating period-appropriate costumes.
Music Man
Costume Crew Member
Bearden Highschool Theater Department
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Attention to Period Detail – Knowledge of the early 20th century (specifically the 1910s) to ensure historical accuracy in costuming.
- Fabric Knowledge – Expertise in selecting fabrics that reflect the time period
- Stage Knowledge – Understanding how costumes need to function for live performances, from comfort to visual impact under stage lighting.
- Organizational Skills – Ability to manage multiple costumes, fittings, and alterations efficiently, especially in a large ensemble show.
- Experience with Ensembles – Ability to design for a large cast and create varied costumes for different character types (e.g., the townspeople, the school board, and the lead characters).
Treasure Island
Costume Crew Member
Bearden Highschool Theater Department
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Makeup skills to enhance costume and add to storytelling
- Worked closely with others to make team visions happen
- Strong Sewing Skills – Proficiency in hand and machine sewing, including techniques for crafting detailed pirate outfits, military uniforms, and tropical attire.
- Practicality for Movement – Creating costumes that allow freedom of movement, particularly for action-packed scenes like sword fighting, climbing, and running.
- Attention to Detail – Precision in creating authentic, period-specific details such as buttons, buckles, and accessories (e.g., compasses, eyepatches, and tricorn hats).
Education
Bearden High School
Knoxville, TN05-2026
Skills
- Historical and Cultural Knowledge
- Textile Knowledge
- Accessory Making (hats, belts, aprons, etc)
- Collaboration
- Stage Makeup
- Fabric Dyeing and Painting
Timeline
Mary Poppins
Costume Crew Member
08.2024 - Current
Music Man
Costume Crew Member
08.2023 - 12.2023
Treasure Island
Costume Crew Member
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bearden High School