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Allison Lowery

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Dynamic wig and makeup supervisor with a proven track record at Milwaukee Repertory Theater, excelling in complex problem-solving and meticulous inventory control. Authored three acclaimed textbooks on wig making, showcasing exceptional written communication skills. Adept at training and mentoring, fostering creativity and professionalism in theatrical productions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Wig and Makeup Supervisor

Milwaukee Repertory Theater
07.2023 - Current

Created, altered, and styled all wigs for company productions; advised on actor haircuts and makeup application; maintained records to ensure ongoing quality of wigs; worked with costume designers to problem solve solutions for onstage challenges

Author

Focal Press
12.2009 - Current

Authored three textbooks on wig making and styling; formatted and submitted text and images for review; proofread all proofs for copy errors; found and secured rights to images for use in the publication

Wig and Makeup Supervisor

South Coast Repertory
07.2018 - 05.2023

Created, altered, and styled wigs for company productions; advised actors on hair and makeup designs; created records of all finished looks to maintain quality and consistency; kept budget records to ensure all budgets and financial processes were adhered to; maintained company wig inventory.

Lecturer

University Of Texas At Austin
07.2004 - 05.2018

Taught college level classes in theatrical wigs and makeup; advised students on projects; created curriculum and teaching documents for each class; supervised student workers; created a grading rubric and submitted grades according to university policy.

Education

Master of Fine Arts - Wig And Makeup Design

University of North Carolina School of The Arts
Winston-Salem, NC
05-1999

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA
05-1996

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Attention to detail
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Inventory control
  • Project management
  • Project planning
  • Inventory oversight
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Professionalism
  • Self motivation
  • Written communication

Timeline

Wig and Makeup Supervisor

Milwaukee Repertory Theater
07.2023 - Current

Wig and Makeup Supervisor

South Coast Repertory
07.2018 - 05.2023

Author

Focal Press
12.2009 - Current

Lecturer

University Of Texas At Austin
07.2004 - 05.2018

Master of Fine Arts - Wig And Makeup Design

University of North Carolina School of The Arts

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

College of William And Mary
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