Amber Bright
Byron Center
Summary
A student at Calvin University pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Education, Theater, and Religion as well as a minor in Theater. Over 4 years of experience in theater working in an assistant position to various costumers with more recent experience costuming shows as the lead costumer.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Costume Assistant
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the creation and maintenance of costumes for over 6 collegiate theatrical productions with Calvin Theater Company.
- Collaborated with designers to ensure accurate garment construction and fitting.
- Managed costume inventory, organizing and tracking items for efficient access.
- Coordinated fittings and alterations to achieve desired visual outcomes for performances.
- Sewed and constructed various costumes using sewing machine, upholstery equipment and hand tools.
Mail Services Student Assistant
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted faculty with administrative tasks, enhancing operational efficiency within academic departments.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events, ensuring smooth execution and participant engagement.
- Mentored junior assistants in task execution and time management, strengthening overall team performance.
- Provided excellent customer service to students and staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Completed special projects assigned by supervisors within specified deadlines while balancing regular duties effectively.
Babysitter
Various Employers
Grand Rapids , MI
10.2016 - Current
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing, and daily activities.
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Costume Coordinator
Van Singel Fine Arts Center
Byron Center, MI
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted actors, ages 3rd grade through adult, with costume fittings in 7 different shows, and counting.
- Oversaw and directed costume fittings, ensuring a smooth process.
- Maintained and organized costume racks for a smooth process before shows.
- Assisted with repairs, alterations, and maintenance of costumes as needed throughout the show.
- Supervised a team of costume assistants who helped prepare costumes for each performance.
- Communicated regularly with directors, producers, and other members of the creative team about costume needs for upcoming productions.
Production Assistant
Van Singel Fine Arts Center
Byron Center, MI
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Coached young actors, ages 3rd grade to 6th grade, on singing, dancing, and acting.
- Collaborated with 5 other Production Assistants, and the rest of the production team, to create a safe learning environment for young actors to expand their skills.
- Attended meetings with the production team to ensure the vision for the show was being kept.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI12-2026
High School Diploma -
Byron Center High School
Byron Center, MI05-2023
Skills
- Personable nature
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Positive and professional
- Communicative
- Routine adherence
- Multitasking
- Deadline oriented
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Costume Assistant
Calvin University
08.2024 - Current
Costume Coordinator
Van Singel Fine Arts Center
09.2023 - 05.2025
Mail Services Student Assistant
Calvin University
08.2023 - Current
Production Assistant
Van Singel Fine Arts Center
02.2023 - 06.2024
Babysitter
Various Employers
10.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Byron Center High School
Some College (No Degree) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Calvin University