Heath Howes
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Dynamic and deadline-focused professional with 25 years of extensive experience in live entertainment production. Committed to crafting unique and memorable experiences that resonate with audiences while meeting production companies' objectives. Adaptable to evolving responsibilities, excelling in production, design, layout, training, and modeling to ensure an enjoyable final product. Proven ability to blend creativity with meticulous attention to detail, guaranteeing excellence in every project.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Scenic Artist
CANDLELIGHT DINNER PLAYHOUSE
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Painted set pieces and drops for 3.5 productions using airbrush techniques and painting styles to achieve new and unique looks to revitalize interests of audiences and theatre reviewers from the declining numbers after Covid.
- Collaborated with directors and designers to ensure scenic elements complimented each production.
- Trained and supervised volunteers and actors, enhancing skill sets and improving production quality.
Scenic Artist
OPENSTAGE THEATRE CO.
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Fabricated props and set pieces from designs using various styles including Trompe l'oeil and chiaroscuro to create the realism and detail that the designers required for 5 of their productions.
- Managed procurement and inventory of scenic art supplies, reducing production costs through strategic sourcing.
Acting Teacher/Director
DEBUT THEATRE CO.
09.2010 - 12.2019
- Teaching techniques of script analysis, character movement, vocal strength, stage combat, and associative memory recall to produce a whole performance during a production and repeat it.
- Designed and produced 18 productions, involving actors from a range of ages from 12-18 and developing team building and collaboration skills along with teaching theatre design elements.
Mold Design/Maker, Fabricator, Team Lead
CHICAGO STOCKYARD SADDLE TREE
09.2010 - Current
- Prototyping and Mock-ups, Sales, Product Management, Design, Marketing, R+D for new Plastics and Elastomers, Hiring, Training, Problem Solving.
Scenic Artist/Portrait Artist
Attic Playhouse
2006 - 2008
- Interpreted scripts and communicated effectively with directors to ensure accurate representation of desired themes within set designs.
- Specialized in portrait painting for 2 productions requiring character accurate portrait set pieces.
Education
BA - FINE ARTS EMPHASIS IN THEATRE ACTING
UNIV. OF NORTHERN COLORADO
05.2004
DIPLOMA - Summer Intensive
NY SCHOOL OF FILM AND TELEVISION
06.2002
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
POUDRE HIGH SCHOOL
05.2000
Skills
- Airbrushing Techniques
- Paint Mixing Experience
- Digital Design Experience
- Set Design Collaboration
- Painting Style Replication
- Scenic Painting Techniques
- Color Theory
- Mold Making
- Sculpting
- CAD Elevation Design
- Oil Painting
- Team-Building and Communication
- Leatherworking
- Positivity Motivator
- Welding/Metallurgy
Timeline
Scenic Artist
CANDLELIGHT DINNER PLAYHOUSE
01.2022 - 01.2023
Scenic Artist
OPENSTAGE THEATRE CO.
01.2012 - 01.2023
Acting Teacher/Director
DEBUT THEATRE CO.
09.2010 - 12.2019
Mold Design/Maker, Fabricator, Team Lead
CHICAGO STOCKYARD SADDLE TREE
09.2010 - Current
Scenic Artist/Portrait Artist
Attic Playhouse
2006 - 2008
BA - FINE ARTS EMPHASIS IN THEATRE ACTING
UNIV. OF NORTHERN COLORADO
DIPLOMA - Summer Intensive
NY SCHOOL OF FILM AND TELEVISION
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
POUDRE HIGH SCHOOL