Claire Gryce
Portland,OR
Summary
Creative producer and event specialist with 8+ years of experience in visual design, logistics, and team management across the entertainment and staging industries. Proven success in managing budgets, scheduling, sourcing, and cross-functional coordination. Seeking to apply expertise in event planning, production coordination, and creative direction to dynamic teams in live events, brand activations, or experiential design. Efficient and methodical professional in production and planning management. Known for high productivity levels and ability to expedite tasks with precision. Skilled in inventory management, workflow coordination, and supply chain logistics. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operation of production processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Set Decoration / Event Decor Lead
Freelance
Portland/New Orleans/Atlanta/Cincinnati, USA
01.2017 - 01.2025
- Led visual and spatial design for over 20 productions, managing creative staging from pre-production to execution
- Oversaw project timelines, budgets (up to $500K), sourcing, staffing, and vendor management
- Collaborated with art directors, set designers, and producers to ensure delivery matched client expectations
- Adapted staging and layouts in real-time to accommodate creative direction shifts or logistical challenges
- Managed and trained crews of buyers, dressers, and assistants to deliver high-quality results under deadline
- Key Projects Include:
- Amazon Studios – Property Buyer (Bluefin Tuna, Criminal S1)
- Netflix – Assistant Set Decorator (The Corps, Spinal Tap 2)
- Paramount – Assistant Set Decorator (Dear Santa, Your Honor)
- Universal – Buyer (Five Nights at Freddy’s, Green Book)
- Hulu – On Set Decorator (Tell Me Your Secrets, Looking for Alaska)
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Electronic Media, Communications
University of Cincinnati
01.2017
Skills
- Event Planning & Production
- Creative Direction
- Staging & Visual Merchandising
- Project Management
- Budgeting & Scheduling
- Vendor Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Sourcing & Procurement
- Interior Design
- Logistics Management
- Space Planning
- Construction & Fabrication Knowledge
- Crisis Management
- SketchUp
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Google Workspace
- Keynote
- Production Design
- Historical & Cultural Research
- Human Behavior & Environmental Psychology
References
Available upon request
IMDB
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8587695
Timeline
Set Decoration / Event Decor Lead
Freelance
01.2017 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Electronic Media, Communications
University of Cincinnati
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