Kelly Johnson
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Seasoned, meticulous Costume Designer and Dresser skilled at creating entire production looks. I am an industry professional with 35 years of experience, working for clients like the Chicago Bulls and Mattel. I am technically excellent in sewing, fitting, and modifying costumes. I am hardworking and believe in bringing my clients’ work on time and within its budget. While I am skilled at all types of costumes and dressing situations, I am particularly skilled at historical and fantasy designs. Whatever the assignment, I enjoy bringing my clients’ concepts to life as part of a collaborative process with my clients.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Consultant
Self-Employed
01.1985 - Current
"Hired Gun" Costume Designer for numerous music videos, independent films, and brand commercials. Vast breadth and width of historical costume knowledge. Am a superb seamstress and skilled in handling and caring for fine garments. Have created set designs for stage and film. Have served as a stylist and set dresser for photo shoots, commercials, and other media. Highly skilled in sculpting, painting, drawing, and building (am very familiar with a wood workshop). Capable of working within the advised budget for each production. Provides invaluable talent and experience to every project.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
The School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL05.1991
Skills
- Unlimited imagination
- Vast historical knowledge of costume
- Able to create original product
- Can work within a budget
- Team management
- Inspired to be involved in creative endeavors
Timeline
Freelance Consultant
Self-Employed
01.1985 - Current
Bachelor of Arts -
The School of The Art Institute of Chicago