Microsoft excel
Amber Cooper
Fleet Wardrobe Supervisor
Summary
Experienced Supervisor leads team members to complete jobs on-time. Assigns tasks, trains employees, and implements company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provides leadership and vision, driving teams to meet goals. Quick-thinking Supervisor recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and inventory control.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Wardrobe Supervisor
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
01.2023 - Current
- Sourced and shipped necessary supplies for onboard Wardrobe teams in a timely manner.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness within the costume set-up room, promoting a healthy work environment for Crew, Contractor, Designers, and Corporate employees.
- Strengthened departmental cooperation through working closely with other departments, fostering a well-rounded understanding of Tampa processes.
- Reduced costume repair time by training team members in proper maintenance and handling techniques.
- Trained Wardrobe Supervisors to run onboard install of new Production Casts.
- Submit maintenance requests for Crew and Contractors living in company housing.
- Coordinate with the Operations and Facilities department on arrival of Crew members.
Wardrobe Supervisor
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
07.2017 - 11.2022
- Conducted routine inspections of costumes for wear-and-tear or damage, promptly addressing any issues before performances.
- Safeguarded cast safety during quick changes with thorough knowledge of emergency procedures and backstage protocols.
- Strengthened departmental cooperation through cross-training with other departments, fostering a well-rounded understanding of production processes.
- Used sewing machines to execute simple alterations and repairs on clothing.
- Maintained costumes by performing regular dry cleaning and ironing of garments.
- Steamed and pressed garments prior to Production shows.
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Wig Supervisor
Resident Ensemble Players
01.2012 - 05.2017
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Create, style, apply wigs and facial pieces for 20 Professional Productions.
- Train Dressers on wig and facial piece applications.
Wardrobe Assistant
Resident Ensemble Players
- Used sewing machines to execute simple alterations and repairs on clothing.
- Maintained costumes by performing regular dry cleaning and ironing of garments.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring all necessary items were readily available when needed during productions.
- Established strong working relationships with cast members, fostering trust in the wardrobe department's capabilities.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between scenes with efficient backstage organization strategies.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork among fellow assistants and crew members.
Wardrobe Staff (Principal Dresser)
The Glimmerglass Festival
- Adjusted costume once performer was dressed, making sure all garments fit properly and looked perfect.
- Collaborated with hair and makeup departments to align looks with specific image plans during events.
- Maintained positive, professional attitude during long techs and when dealing with difficult people.
- Steamed and pressed garments prior to shows.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain up-to-date knowledge of available stock items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science
University of Delaware
Newark, DE2015
Skills
Makeup application and design
Wig and facial hair application and maintenance
Garment distressing and dyeing
Theatre hazmat training
Lighting hang and focus
Domestic and industrial sewing machines operation
Teaching experience with students in wig and wardrobe basics
Fireproofing
Barge application/Show Rubbering
Training and mentoring
Process Improvement
Locations
Newark, DE
References
- Amina Edmonson, Wardrobe Supervisor, Resident Ensemble Players, edmonson@udel.edu, 501.413.5303
- Sarah Stark, Wardrobe Supervisor, Glimmerglass Festival, sarahmarie0803@gmail.com, 352.262.7493
- Denise O'Brien, Wig Designer, Custom Wig, Inc., customwig@gmail.com, 610.563.8275
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of fifteen in the development of Costumes Operations Room flow.
Software
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Powerpoint
Timeline
Fleet Wardrobe Supervisor
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
01.2023 - Current
Wardrobe Supervisor
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
07.2017 - 11.2022
Wig Supervisor
Resident Ensemble Players
01.2012 - 05.2017
Wardrobe Assistant
Resident Ensemble Players
Wardrobe Staff (Principal Dresser)
The Glimmerglass Festival
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science
University of Delaware