Marziel Zaccardi
Dorchester,MA
Summary
Well-rounded theatre technician, with extensive independent project experience. Trained in lighting, costuming, carpentry, props, and more. An attentive and quick learner, eager to bring their unique outlook to any problem presented to them
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Overhire
Central Square Theater
10.2023 - Current
- Independently completed carpentry tasks to a high standard of quality.
- Helped break down old set pieces for compactor disposal.
- Independently hung and focused lights while operating a Genie AWP personnel lift.
- Transported and stored lighting equipment for future use.
- Taped down wires to ensure actor safety, accounting for an actor in a wheelchair.
- Gelled lighting fixtures with attention to detail and specific patterns.
- Assisted in tying up cables from Genie.
- Assisted with set construction at height from Genie.
- Sorted and stored leftover gels in filing system.
- Secured coders to set to avoid damage.
- Used attention to detail to point out and/or fix equipment malfunctions.
- Cleaned and organized stage area to prepare for rehearsals and shows.
Richard II - Directing Class Project
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Completed designs for lighting, sound, set, costumes, and props.
- Independently built set, including actor-safe elevated platform and rolling coffin.
- Measured 7 actors and pulled size-appropriate costumes from storage.
- Created and followed detailed color palette for different character groups.
- Independently collected props and crafted necessary pieces by hand, including a matching set of wire crowns and scepters.
- Ran auditions and callbacks.
- Created rehearsal schedule around actor availability and shared space availability.
- Ran rehearsals and provided direction to actors.
- Blocked show with detailed script notes for reference.
- Created cue lists for lighting and sound technicians.
- Planned set transitions and prop handoffs.
- Choreographed fight scenes including weapons with an emphasis on safety,
- Ran fight calls before every rehearsal and show.
Romeo and Juliet - Lead Costumer (Tech Class)
Eastern Nazarene College
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Supervised a team of students in providing costumes (including multiple changes) for an ensemble of 10, as well as 7 principals.
- Hand-crafted over shoulder holster for Tybalt.
- Modified costume designs according to director's wishes.
- Used extensive hand-sewing skills to ensure costume details were correct.
- Took measurements of ensemble and principals.
- Ensured cohesion throughout character groups.
- Pulled costume options from storage, as well as collecting options from actors.
- Dyed costumes to appropriate color.
- Helped dress actors when necessary, including quick changes
- Filled in any gaps not completed during class time, to ensure designs were finished by deadlines.
- Crafted stage blood and squibs for death scenes.
- Laundered costumes between shows to prevent bloodstains.
Mother Courage and Her Children - Prop Designer
Eastern Nazarene College
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Created and maintained detailed prop list throughout production.
- Attended rehearsals and took notes on prop needs.
- Created reusable chopping block and logs.
- Created reusable ripping shirt, reset before every performance.
- Crafted bags + pouches out of canvas.
- Freehand painted Catholic and Protestant flags.
- Crafted reusable chicken for plucking onstage, reset feathers before every performance.
- Aged + distressed paper for all paper props.
- Collected period-appropriate props according to designer and script specifications.
- Attended production meetings when necessary.
Production Assistant
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2017 - 05.2020
- Assembled and Painted Set pieces according to Design specifications using power screwdrivers and other tools.
- Cut wood pieces to size with power chop saw.
- Safely operated baton system.
- Flew set pieces weighing up to 50 lbs in and out of storage spaces.
- Safely gelled lights on the catwalk.
- Supported supervisor in tasks on the A-frame extension ladder.
- Built mobile set pieces able to be operated by actors.
- Broke down set pieces, saving pieces from damage for future use.
- Transported set pieces weighing up to 50 lbs across the street to and from storage areas.
- Troubleshooted unexpected challenges in tech design.
- Shows worked on: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Mother Courage and Her Children, Anne of Green Gables, Beauty and the Beast, The Laramie Project, Romeo and Juliet, Titanic, The Father Bill's Play (world premiere)
Joseph + Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Costumer
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Working with my co-costumer, provided costumes (including multiple changes) for an ensemble of 15, as well as 6 principals.
- Hand-bedazzled 4 costumes for the Narrator.
- Modified costume designs according to director's wishes.
- Used extensive hand-sewing skills to ensure costume details were correct.
- Took measurements of ensemble and principals.
- Ensured cohesion throughout character groups.
- Pulled costume options from storage, as well as collecting options from actors.
- Helped dress actors when necessary, including quick changes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English & Theatre For Social Justice
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, MA05.2020
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Stage Performance
- Effective Multitasking
- Punctual and Dependable
- Stage Combat
- Attention to Detail
- Emotional Control
- Excel Spreadsheets
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
Timeline
Overhire
Central Square Theater
10.2023 - Current
Richard II - Directing Class Project
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2019 - 12.2019
Romeo and Juliet - Lead Costumer (Tech Class)
Eastern Nazarene College
02.2018 - 03.2019
Mother Courage and Her Children - Prop Designer
Eastern Nazarene College
12.2017 - 02.2018
Production Assistant
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2017 - 05.2020
Joseph + Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Costumer
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2017 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English & Theatre For Social Justice
Eastern Nazarene College
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