Open To Work
Amaya Shellman
Brooklyn,NY
Work Preference
Summary
Recent graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in Production Design, concentrating on Set Design and Art Direction, and complemented by a minor in Costume Design. Strong foundation in visual storytelling and creative problem-solving. Eager to contribute innovative design solutions in a dynamic creative environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Designer
Sands of Time - Antares Fashion Film
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with creative team to develop compelling visual concepts for fashion film production.
- Assisted in the design and execution of set layouts, ensuring alignment with artistic vision.
- Employed effective communication strategies to resolve emerging issues while adhering to tight deadlines.
Set Dresser
Things We Say While Awake- Student Film
02.2025 - 02.2025
- Effectively solve upcoming issues to ensure the product is finished in a timely manner
- Assisted in setting up and arranging props for film scenes.
- Collaborated with production team to ensure consistent visual storytelling.
Props Master
French Exit- SCAD Abroad Internship
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with team to design and create diverse props for theatrical productions.
- Managed prop inventory, ensuring timely availability and organization for rehearsals and performances.
- Utilized Excel and PowerPoint to systematically organize items and actions required for preparation.
Production designer/Costume designer
Birthday Breakfast- Short film
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Directed comprehensive set design processes to ensure alignment with creative vision.
- Curated and selected costumes for actors, ensuring alignment with character arcs and thematic elements.
- Directed cross-departmental management and partnered with the director in meetings to align on deadlines and finalize tasks.
Shift Team Lead
Photogenic Inc.- Savannah Boat River Cruise
06.2022 - 09.2022
- DSLR camera experience
- Delivered exceptional guest service to enhance overall experience.
- Oversaw team activities to maintain operational effectiveness in photo production.
Education
BFA - Production Design
Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GA05-2025
Highschool - Religious Education
Sacred Heart Highschool
Yonkers, NY01-2021
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Vectorworks
- Canva
- Strong verbal interpersonal communication
- Presentation skills
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Branding skills
- Prop fabrication
- Sketching and drawing
- Historical research
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Production Designer
Sands of Time - Antares Fashion Film
04.2025 - 05.2025
Set Dresser
Things We Say While Awake- Student Film
02.2025 - 02.2025
Props Master
French Exit- SCAD Abroad Internship
06.2024 - 08.2024
Production designer/Costume designer
Birthday Breakfast- Short film
09.2023 - 11.2023
Shift Team Lead
Photogenic Inc.- Savannah Boat River Cruise
06.2022 - 09.2022
BFA - Production Design
Savannah College of Art And Design
Highschool - Religious Education
Sacred Heart Highschool