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Christopher Ourth

San Jacinto,CA

Summary

Imaginative Theater Costume and Makeup Designer who is passionate and fun with strong organizational skills eager to secure Costume Shop Supervisor and teaching position who creates dynamic and exhilarating learning experiences for students. Effectively manages diverse groups to adapt teaching methods and consistently identifies methods to improve teaching and directing young theater artists. Ready to help students achieve educational goals set forth by educational institution. Goal-oriented aspiring teacher currently enrolled in M. Ed. Theater Education program who is enthusiastic about teaching through distinct expertise gained during 32 year theatrical journey. Want to provide opportunities for student expression using artistic skills that can be parlayed into costume, wig, and makeup design and other various aspects of theatrical production. Consistently recognized for inspiring others in their artistic pursuits.


Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer/Owner

BumpinPickles Inc.
03.2013 - Current
  • Developed and maintain strong relationships with theater clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals through exemplary design solutions.
  • Led wig and costume fittings with actors, making necessary adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort while maintaining the integrity of the design.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh costume, makeup, and wig designs for consideration.
  • Collaborated with directors and producers to create visually striking wig, costume, and makeup designs for various performances.
  • Manage a portfolio of sources for costuming and wigs, ensuring best practices in sourcing, enabling continuous improvement within the procurement function for various big productions, as well as quality standards.



Technical Theater/Wig Designer

California Theater Of The Performing Arts
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed eight specialty innovative wig designs for a highly stylized productions.
  • Produced high-quality mockups of wig builds for director approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
  • Leveraged industry knowledge to build innovative production design elements.
  • Maintained cleanliness and appearance of theatre equipment, costumes, dressing rooms and storage.
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.

Director/Costume & Makeup Designer

MT. San Jacinto College
08.2012 - Current
  • Directed student actors in character development, and other students as assistant director, stage management, makeup, costume, and wig design.
  • Conducted auditions efficiently by coordinating schedules, communicating expectations, and providing constructive feedback to students.
  • Ensured safety of students and crew by adhering to strict industry guidelines set forth by school during all aspects of production work.
  • Oversaw production design elements like set construction, costumes, props, lighting, and sound design to ensure cohesive visual storytelling.
  • Mentored students providing guidance on audition techniques and strategies for success in the industry.
  • Enhanced theater productions by efficiently managing lighting, sound, and set design tasks.

Director/Set, Costume, & Makeup Design

Inland Stage Company
03.2009 - 08.2013
  • Established a strong artistic vision for each production, inspiring creative collaboration among the team members.
  • Mentored emerging theater professionals through workshops, lectures, and one-on-one guidance, supporting their career growth.
  • Fostered an inclusive environment that encouraged diverse perspectives from both cast members and audiences alike.
  • Directed actors in character development, resulting in award-winning performances and positive reviews.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring high-quality productions while staying within financial constraints.

Education

M. Ed. - Theater Education

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK
08.2025

Bachelor Of Arts - Theater Arts

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA
08.2012

Associate Of Applied Arts - Theater Arts

Mt San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CA
07.2010

Skills

  • Costume Design
  • Theatrical Makeup
  • Wig Design
  • Acting Techniques
  • Musical Theater
  • Director
  • Choreography
  • Theater Safety
  • Stage Management
  • Prop Management
  • Set Design & Building
  • Light & Sound Board Operation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Performance Coaching

Accomplishments

  • Consistently and repeatedly impress colleagues with innovative ideas and solutions via theatrical designs.
  • Achieved numerous rewards through effectively helping with community theater productions.
  • Collaborated with team of educators in the development of theatrical workshops for students.

Affiliations

  • Ramona Hillside Playhouse
  • Inland Stage Co.
  • Ramona Bowl Association

Timeline

Technical Theater/Wig Designer

California Theater Of The Performing Arts
09.2023 - Current

Designer/Owner

BumpinPickles Inc.
03.2013 - Current

Director/Costume & Makeup Designer

MT. San Jacinto College
08.2012 - Current

Director/Set, Costume, & Makeup Design

Inland Stage Company
03.2009 - 08.2013

M. Ed. - Theater Education

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Bachelor Of Arts - Theater Arts

University of California, Riverside

Associate Of Applied Arts - Theater Arts

Mt San Jacinto College
Christopher Ourth