Marissa Elizabeth Martens
Roseville
Summary
Dynamic and passionate Assistant Costume Designer, Properties Crew Member, and Run Crew Member with experience in costume research, garment measuring, prop maintenance, and prop organization. Skilled in machine sewing, hemming, and backstage coordination, establishing ideal scene transitions and ideal production standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Costume Designer
Sierra College Theatre Arts Department
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted in the design and implementation of the costumes for the show.
- Created adequate and precise notes for costume fittings and alterations.
- Reached greater understanding of 1940's historical clothing.
Properties Crew
Sierra College Theatre Arts Department
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted in striking and setting props before, during, and after performances.
- Repaired and maintained props to guarantee they were performance ready.
- Assisted in the careful construction and modification of various props as needed.
Hair and Makeup Artist
Geri Neylan Performing Arts Theatre
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Helped match foundation and makeup shades to actors' skin tones for a natural and clean appearance.
- Styled actors' hair with straighteners, curling irons, and styling products for historical and character accuracy.
- Applied stage makeup to amplify actors' facial features under performance lighting.
Run Crew Member
Geri Neylan Performing Arts Theatre
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Followed a detailed cue sheet to orchestrate precise onstage movements.
- Carefully arranged and placed set pieces, furniture, and props in designated positions.
- Operated in low-light conditions to establish seamless transitions.
Education
Costuming Skills Certificate -
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA12-2026
Associate of Arts - English
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA12-2026
High School Diploma -
John C. Kimball High School
Tracy, CA05-2022
Skills
- Garment research
- Styling and accessorizing
- Hand sewing
- Machine sewing
- Measuring
- Hemming
- Prop maintenance
- Prop organization
- Scene transitions
- Set striking
- Stage makeup application
- Period- specific hair design
Timeline
Properties Crew
Sierra College Theatre Arts Department
02.2025 - 04.2025
Assistant Costume Designer
Sierra College Theatre Arts Department
01.2025 - 03.2025
Run Crew Member
Geri Neylan Performing Arts Theatre
09.2019 - 12.2019
Hair and Makeup Artist
Geri Neylan Performing Arts Theatre
01.2019 - 04.2019
Costuming Skills Certificate -
Sierra College
Associate of Arts - English
Sierra College
High School Diploma -
John C. Kimball High School
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