Julie Elaine Alcorn
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
With over 20 years of professional experience in performance and entertainment, this well-rounded and multi-talented entertainment specialist consistently receives recognition for excellence in performance and contributions to the success of various venues, including theatres, arenas, national tours, night clubs, casinos, amphitheatres, cruise ships, theme parks, circus tents, and filming sets. Strengths in direction and performance are supported by extensive training in professional shows and a lifetime of experience as performer, director, and backstage roles. Holds a Clark County Fire license, specialty insurance, Osha certification, Tam card, health card, and Sheriff's card to ensure the highest level of safety and compliance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wardrobe Assistant
Wynn Las Vegas
07.2023 - Current
- Maintain costumes by performing regular dry cleaning and ironing of garments for the large scale production show AWAKENING.
- Retain show cues for 4 different tracks and stay knowledgeable to constant changes in the show.
- Read show line up and understand what each performer is doing different each day in the show and how that effects their costume changes. Then redesign quick-changes if necessary.
- Quick-change dancers during the show and complete show cues.
- Act quickly and decisively to manage emergencies by running for costume pieces, making immediate repairs in under 30 seconds, administering first aide and offering moral support to distressed performers.
- Co-operate with other departments to insure the smooth operation of the show by managing lighting trackers, handing off magic props, adjusting in-ear audio equipment and donning rigging harnesses.
- Sorting and Laundering all costumes. following policy to handle bio, cleaning blood and other bio in Osha approved procedures.
Stage Hand
Rhino Nevada
03.2023 - Current
- Work with production leads for large scale events, LADY GAGA, UFC and more to install shows in arenas and corporate convention venues.
- Load-in and load out equipment in a timely and efficient manor
- Install lighting, audio and video equipment, insuring safety and functionality. Connecting cables correctly and testing equipment.
- Use carpentry skills and tools to build stages and set pieces. Lifting heavy decks and problem solving.
- Contributed to the successful execution of various shows by working backstage to transition set pieces and make emergency replacements to equipment.
- Assist in ground rigging.
- Following safety practices in a high risk environment and ensuring the safety of co-workers.
Wardrobe Supervisor
Farrington Productions
12.2015 - Current
- Inventory costumes for specific short-term events
- Make necessary repairs, fixing damaged areas.
- Hold fittings with performers to make alterations.
- Perform show cues to quick-change dancers and manage emergency situations. Act decisively in high pressure situations to maintain the integrity of the show.
Event Manager
Hayden Productions
01.2013 - Current
- Supervised onsite team of performers to fulfill contract for live entertainment events.
- Adhered strictly to performance schedule.
- Called ques and timed specific activities to fit with flow of event.
- Performed as costume dresser and provided for needs of performers.
- Acted as security to protect performers during their acts.
- Fostered and established relationships with mediating agencies or end client to increase satisfaction.
- Maintained costumes and props. Assisted with load in and load out.
Artistic Director
Super American Circus
01.2019 - 02.2023
- Auditioned, selected and coached performers to execute high-quality performances and enhance production value.
- Choreographed, purchased costumes for and taught production numbers.
- Edited music, wrote script and prepared structure of show.
- Designed lighting, orchestrated prop transitions, assisted with rigging and over saw flow of show.
- Responsible for organizing show orders and posting them.
- Called ques for stage hands and directed set up and tear down of show in each city.
- Instructed local crew, handled fire department inspections and negotiated rigging placement.
- Organized communications with and managed cast. Gave notes and rehearsed performers to maintain show quality.
- Performed in show as Ringmaster or aerialist.
Wardrobe Supervisor
Best Agency
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Took inventory of all costumes and updated notes.
- Made repairs to costumes.
- Assist performers in costumes and manage their appearance.
- Launder, maintained and organized all costumes.
Fabrication Assistant
Cree8 Studios
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Assisted in creation of large scale magic show.
- Purchased necessary equipment and materials.
- Completed sewing projects, handled fabric related projects
- Painting, glueing, light carpentry, upholstery, grinding, metal cutting and assisted in welding projects.
- Greeted customers and clients to increase satisfaction.
Assistant Stage Manager
Live Gaming Competition
12.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked closely with Stage Manager to ensure flow of show was consistent and without mistakes.
- Communicated with Gamers to manage show flow and ensure participants were in place at right times.
- Directed stage hands and over saw safety protocols.
- Followed closely Director's vision to create production structure.
- Moved set pieces and set up functions when needed.
- Called ques to execute show with precise timing.
- Oversaw delivering needed things to Gamers while performing in competition.
Show Manager
The Magic Of Connie Boyd
04.2015 - 11.2018
- Directed, instructed and managed cast of 10 singers and dancers to execute performances and enhance show quality.
- Maintained show props and costumes, cleaning, fixing and repairing as needed.
- Directed, instructed and managed technical staff to execute technical aspects of show like lighting, sound, stage hand, rigging and stage management.
- Held rehearsals and gave notes to maintain integrity of show.
- Performed as starring Magician in show.
Wardrobe Supervisor
Living World Entertainment
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Tracked all costumes and accessories used in live performances and events.
- Controlled damage and increased longevity by correctly packing and transported fragile costumes.
- Wardrobe dresser for performers. Assisted performers with any thing needed.
- Managed and wrangled talent adhering to strict performance schedule.
- Acted as security, protecting performers while doing their act.
- Maintained costumes, sewing quick fixes to damages in between sets.
- Refurbished structure of complicated costumes maintaining them to high quality appearance.
- Charged and replaced delicate LED effects to ensure top quality appearance and maintain brand consistency.
- Performed occasionally as stilt walker filling in for performers when needed.
Production Assistant
Magic Of Val Valentino
03.2013 - 03.2013
- Supported current production needs by managing elements of show production.
- Assisted in assembly of magic props.
- Created protocol and increased fire safety and instruction. Prevented possible damage.
- Managed facilities and care of 3 live animals.
- Communicated lighting and sound design to local crew.
- Choreographed and taught material to local dancers.
- Maintained and cleaned props and magic.
- Performed in show as dancer and magic assistant.
Education
Osha
No Degree - Basic Safety Training
U.S. Coast Guard
San Diego, CA04-2015
Associate of Arts - Theatre Arts
American Musical And Dramatic Academy - New York
New York, NY1999
Skills
- Over 30 years experience in all aspects of Theatre
- Stage Management
- Sewing
- Client and Personnel Relationships
- Staff hiring and management
- Music Editing
- Complex problem solver
- Directing
- Rigging
- Prop Design and Construction
- Heavy Lifting
- Lighting Design
- Video Editing
- Steel fabrication
- Stage carpentry
- Team leadership
Certification
Osha
Timeline
Wardrobe Assistant
Wynn Las Vegas
07.2023 - Current
Stage Hand
Rhino Nevada
03.2023 - Current
Artistic Director
Super American Circus
01.2019 - 02.2023
Assistant Stage Manager
Live Gaming Competition
12.2018 - 12.2018
Fabrication Assistant
Cree8 Studios
11.2018 - 01.2019
Wardrobe Supervisor
Best Agency
02.2018 - 03.2020
Wardrobe Supervisor
Farrington Productions
12.2015 - Current
Show Manager
The Magic Of Connie Boyd
04.2015 - 11.2018
Production Assistant
Magic Of Val Valentino
03.2013 - 03.2013
Event Manager
Hayden Productions
01.2013 - Current
Wardrobe Supervisor
Living World Entertainment
01.2012 - 01.2014
Osha
Osha
No Degree - Basic Safety Training
U.S. Coast Guard
Associate of Arts - Theatre Arts
American Musical And Dramatic Academy - New York
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