Christopher Aceves Jr
Ontario,CA
Summary
Dynamic visual and performing arts professional with a strong foundation in digital applications and theatrical design. Proven ability to blend artistic vision with technical skills, supported by comprehensive education and hands-on experience in various artistic mediums. Aiming to establish a self-sustaining business that leverages creative talents and innovative strategies. Core competencies include project management, digital design, and performance production.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual and Performing Arts Teacher
Bishop Amat Memorial High School
La Puente, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Directed and designed performances within the theater department (costumes and scenic).
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Taught students about the different areas of design tech, including costumes, props, sound, and lighting.
- Coordinated with the school, students, and parents regarding afterschool rehearsals and performances.
- Encouraged collaboration between students to foster creativity and teamwork skills.
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing effective discipline strategies when necessary.
Residential Costume Designer
Concordia University, Irvine
Irvine, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Fully detailed costume sketches and renderings prepared for production meetings.
- Created entire looks, including garments, makeup, and wigs.
- Helped performers into costumes, and assisted with costume changes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Built a reputation for credibility and responsiveness with vendors.
- Reviewed scripts and researched historical styles to ensure accuracy in designs.
- Attended rehearsals regularly in order to observe how the actor moves while wearing their costume.
- Assisted with set design elements, such as props and furniture, which complemented the overall look.
- Works well with student designers and professional actors.
- Able to quickly adapt and learn new skills required for anything necessary for the design.
- Clear communication between directors and co-designers on productions.
Costume Consultant
The Theatre Company
Upland, CA
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Regularly and efficiently restocked costume pieces in their respective categories.
- Communicative with customers, and aided in their search for costumes.
- Created multiple outfits for customers and exemplified how specialty pieces would be arranged or put on.
- Constantly able to climb up and down ladders and stairs.
- Accurate in costume rental, return, and check-in procedure.
- Aided in the cleaning of specialty costume pieces.
- Assisted in pulling costumes for various theatrical productions of varying cast sizes and budgets.
- Able to multitask on various tasks and complete the daily task list before clocking out.
- Willing to answer various customer questions and concerns in person, and on the phone.
- Unafraid of dealing with difficult circumstances and stressful environments
Assistant Technical Director
Concordia University, Irvine
Irvine, CA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Adapted plans quickly when unexpected events occurred during a show.
- Attended weekly production meetings to discuss upcoming shows.
- Coordinated with vendors to acquire the necessary supplies for shows.
- Supervised technicians during the load-in and load-out of sets, props, and costumes for productions
- A professional within the setting, with a great sense of authority.
- Listens and gives directions clearly and thoroughly to students.
- Aided in creating a safe and comfortable environment for students.
- Attentive and active communication skills.
- Ability to use a variety of power tools.
- Willing to do any task given.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatrical Design - Costume Emphasis
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA05-2022
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Proficient Communication
- Technical theater
- Costume design/construction
- Costume crafts
- Skilled with various tools and media
- Can Multitask various designs
Accomplishments
- Regional KCACTF Award for Theatrical Excellence in Costume Design - March 2022
- The National Partners of The American Theatre Costume Design Award - March 2022
- National KCACTF Award for Theatrical Excellence in Costume Design - May 2022
- National KCACTF Honorable Mention Award for Theatrical Excellence in Costume Design - March 2023
Costume Design Experience
- She Loves Me - Concordia University Irvine
- Puffs - Bishop Amat Memorial High School
- Trojan Women - Concordia University Irvine
- The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - Wayward Artists
- Emma - Concordia University Irvine
- Under the bed - Concordia University Irvine
- Anything Goes - Concordia University Irvine
- All’s Well That Ends Well - Concordia University Irvine
- The Queer Couch - Wayward Artists
- No Exit - Concordia University Irvine
- Eurydice - Concordia University Irvine
- A Doll’s House Part 2 - Concordia University Irvine
- Godspell - Concordia University Irvine
- New Works Festival II - Concordia University Irvine
- Endgame - Concordia University Irvine
- Every Brilliant Thing - Concordia University Irvine
- New Works Festival - Concordia University Irvine
- The Game of Life (Devised Work) - Concordia University Irvine
- Failure: A Love Story - Concordia University Irvine
- Noises Off - Assistant Costume Designer - Concordia University Irvine
- A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Assistant Costume Designer - Concordia University Irvine
- A Secret in the Wings - Assistant Costume Designer - Concordia University Irvine
Various Theatrical Experience
- Costume Dresser/Stitcher - The Nutcracker - Segerstrom Center for the Arts
- Props Master - Every Brilliant Thing - Concordia University Irvine
- Props Master - Xanadu - Concordia University Irvine
- Props Master - Girls Like That - Concordia University Irvine
References
Andrew Sierszyn
Concordia University Irvine
Email: andrew.sierszyn@cui.edu
Phone: +1 (414) 530-0072
Anthony Vezner
Concordia University Irvine
Email: anthony.vezner@cui.edu
Phone: +1 (815) 985-8302
Angelica Fabros
Bishop Amat High School
Email: agallegos@bishopamat.org
Phone: +1 (626) 494-6713
Timeline
Visual and Performing Arts Teacher
Bishop Amat Memorial High School
08.2024 - Current
Costume Consultant
The Theatre Company
09.2023 - 07.2024
Residential Costume Designer
Concordia University, Irvine
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Technical Director
Concordia University, Irvine
08.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Theatrical Design - Costume Emphasis
Concordia University Irvine
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