CARRIE JOHNSON
Las Vegas
Summary
Hardworking and detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to continuous learning and personal growth. Known for being a reliable team player with a high level of honesty and integrity. Dedicated to contributing to a positive work environment while delivering quality results and supporting team success
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter
Carpentry-Cirque Du Soleil "O"
Las Vegas
09.2019 - Current
- Repairs and maintenance throughout the theater on things such as house seats, eliminating rust and painting the pool.
- Knowledge and experience with basic carpentry tools.
- Learning several different cue tracks that include setting and moving large set pieces, acrobatic equipment and props during show times.
- Working along side other departments to accomplish bigger tasks to make sure the show runs as smoothly as possible.
- Experience working with and around live fire.
- Fueling props and costume pieces for artist who sets himself on fire.
- Making sure his costumes, props are in safe and working condition and assist him in and out of costumes, extinguishing him when he is done with his act and ensuring he is safe and happy with his equipment.
- Experience working underwater as a certified PADI SCUBA rescue diver.
- Responsibilities include moving set pieces and acrobatic equipment underwater as well as attaching said equipment to the stage using various load binders and carabiners.
- Ensuring the artists are safe when they enter the water.
- Cross trained in the wardrobe department—learned a show cue track for whenever they were short people.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure seamless show execution.
- Maintained stage safety protocols during rehearsals and shows.
- Responded quickly to technical issues during live events.
- Trained new stagehands on equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of backstage area before, during and after productions.
- Inspected cables, wires and rigging points regularly for wear or damage.
- Coordinated with technical staff to ensure smooth operation of events and shows.
- Performed basic maintenance on equipment to ensure proper working order.
- Kept track of inventory levels of materials used for props and equipment.
- Coordinated with production team to implement design plans, contributing to seamless stage visuals.
- Assisted in costume and prop management, ensuring accurate placement and availability during shows.
- Facilitated quick scene changes under high-pressure environments, maintaining flow of performances.
- Conducted pre-show checks to identify and address any technical issues, guaranteeing flawless performances.
- Participated in technical rehearsals, providing support to ensure smooth execution of performances.
- Remained alert, active, and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
Wardrobe Attendant
Le Reve The Dream at the Wynn Resort
Las Vegas
12.2013 - 01.2020
- Making sure the washing machines are loaded and running in a timely manner.
- Assisting artists with quick costumes changes and pre-setting costumes and shoes for them in the areas of the theater that they need them.
- Keeping the changing areas clean and safe for artists.
- I learned all 11 attendant show cue tracks that were available as well as became a back up to our lead attendant.
- Responsibilities for that included scheduling the other attendants to the tracks that they know for the week, being the go to person for reporting any repairs or damage to costume pieces during the show and then reporting those to the day crew
- If an artist forgot anything-costume, harness, etc-I would retrieve for them.
- Experience with radio communication both with my team as well as Stage Management.
- Point of contact for Stage Management if they needed anything from Wardrobe.
- Collaborated with designers to ensure wardrobe accuracy and presentation quality.
- Maintained inventory of costumes, accessories, and props for productions.
- Supported dress rehearsals by managing quick changes and costume logistics.
- Coordinated with performers to address wardrobe needs during shows.
- Implemented care procedures for delicate fabrics and specialty garments.
- Trained new staff on wardrobe maintenance and organizational practices.
- Arranged costumes by size and style to easily find needed items at moment's notice.
- Sewed or mended items to repair damage or wear.
- Laundered costumes, removed stains and returned in excellent condition.
- Kept track of garment sizes for each performer to ensure accurate fitting when needed.
- Maintained an organized system for tracking all pieces of wardrobe equipment used on set.
- Repaired minor damage to garments such as loose buttons or tears in fabric.
- Conducted regular inventories of wardrobe supplies, restocking when needed.
- Helped performers into costumes and assisted with costume changes.
- Sympathized with performers and took action when clothing was too tight or otherwise uncomfortable.
Stagehand/Wardrobe Attendant
Hale Centre Theatre
Salt Lake City
04.2011 - 12.2013
- Shows I was involved with: Les Miserables, Tale of Two Cities, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, My Fair Lady, A Christmas Carol, Zorro the Musical, The Sound Of Music, 9 to 5 the Musical, Oliver!, The 39 Steps, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Ragtime, Tarzan, Brigadoon
- Responsibilities include:
- Helped performers into costumes and assisted with costume changes.
- Wig maintenance and assisted artists into their wigs.
- Collaborated with stage managers to manage wardrobe changes during shows.
- Running tracks during the show helping artists make quick costume/wig changes.
- Maintained and repaired costumes to ensure quality for performances.
- Laundered costumes, removed stains and returned in excellent condition.
- Completed alterations or repairs on damaged garments in order to maintain continuity throughout scenes.
- Repaired minor damage to garments such as loose buttons or tears in fabric.
- Supervised wig and costume rooms and maintained laundry areas
- Facilitated quick scene changes under high-pressure environments, maintaining flow of performances.
- Engaged in loading and unloading of theatrical equipment, set pieces, costumes, etc adhering to efficient logistical practices for each show done—usually 7 shows per year
- Communicated regularly to Stage Manager, fellow technicians as well as designers for the show to make sure the quality of the show is kept each night.
- Collaborated with crew to ensure smooth show transitions.
- Maintained inventory of stage props and materials.
- Implemented safety protocols during rehearsals and performances.
- Provided support to actors and technical staff as needed.
- Managed backstage organization to facilitate efficient operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of backstage area before, during and after productions.
- Participated in technical rehearsals, providing support to ensure smooth execution of performances.
- Assisted in costume and prop management, ensuring accurate placement and availability during shows.
- Conducted pre-show checks to identify and address any technical issues, guaranteeing flawless performances.
- Operated stage curtains and backdrops, enhancing visual elements of performances.
- Collaborated with directors and designers to meet artistic vision, adapting to creative changes swiftly.
- Remained alert, active, and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
- Organized costume inventory for easy access and efficient use.
- Provided support to actors during fittings and rehearsals as needed.
- Coordinated with production teams to align wardrobe needs with show schedules.
- Arranged costumes by size and style to easily find needed items at moment's notice.
- Organized and cleared dressing room area by removing items and accessories.
- Sewed or mended items to repair damage or wear.
- Maintained an organized system for tracking all pieces of wardrobe equipment used on set.
Wardrobe Attendant
Pioneer Theater Company
Salt Lake City
04.2007 - 02.2011
- Shows I was involved in: Les Miserables, Paint Your Wagon, The Producers, Miss Saigon, 42 Street, Sunset Boulevard, Man Of La Mancha, Annie, Dracula.
- Responsibilities include laundering, ironing, steaming and small repairs on all costumes and shoes.
- Making sure all costume pieces for each performer were present and show ready.
- Assisted with applying wigs and facial hair if needed.
- Executed show cue tracks and quick changes backstage.
- Communicated nightly to supervisor and costume design team of any major issues or repairs that needed to be made.
- Helped with load in and load out of all costumes during the run of the show.
- Managed wardrobe inventory for performers at Le Reve The Dream.
- Coordinated wardrobe changes during shows for seamless transitions.
- Organized costumes by show, ensuring easy access and quick retrieval.
- Collaborated with designers to maintain costume quality and appearance.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of the wardrobe area at the Wynn Resort.
- Collaborated with teammates to define styling direction, inventory and requirements.
- Organized and cleared dressing room area by removing items and accessories.
- Arranged costumes by size and style to easily find needed items at moment's notice.
- Sewed or mended items to repair damage or wear.
- Laundered costumes, removed stains and returned in excellent condition.
- Maintained an organized system for tracking all pieces of wardrobe equipment used on set.
- Completed alterations or repairs on damaged garments in order to maintain continuity throughout scenes.
- Repaired minor damage to garments such as loose buttons or tears in fabric.
- Conducted regular inventories of wardrobe supplies, restocking when needed.
- Helped performers into costumes and assisted with costume changes.
- Supervised wig and costume rooms and maintained laundry areas
- Sympathized with models and took action when clothing was too tight or otherwise uncomfortable.
Education
High School Deploma -
Viewmont High School
Bountiful, UTMassage Therapist Certificate -
Renaissance School of Massage Therapy
Bountiful, UTMedical Assistant Certificate -
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Ability to think and act in a fast paced working environment
- Teamwork mindset
- Attention to detail
- Quick learner
- Desire to continue learning and education
- Well organized
- Technical problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- OSHA regulations
- Effective communication skills
- Physical strength
- Stage setup
- First aid training—EMR certified
- Adaptability under pressure
- Problem-solving abilities
- Professionalism
Certification
- OSHA 10
- PADI SCUBA Rescue Diver
- Fall Protection
- EMR certified
Timeline
Carpenter
Carpentry-Cirque Du Soleil "O"
09.2019 - Current
Wardrobe Attendant
Le Reve The Dream at the Wynn Resort
12.2013 - 01.2020
Stagehand/Wardrobe Attendant
Hale Centre Theatre
04.2011 - 12.2013
Wardrobe Attendant
Pioneer Theater Company
04.2007 - 02.2011
High School Deploma -
Viewmont High School
Massage Therapist Certificate -
Renaissance School of Massage Therapy
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Salt Lake Community College