Megan Ruggles
Washington Township
Summary
Innovative Costume Designer with over a decade of experience managing a 6,000+ sq ft costume shop. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail, sewing proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with production teams, resulting in cohesive and memorable design outcomes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Costume Design
The Broadway Theatre of Pitman, Haddonfield Plays and Players, New Jersey City University
2011 - Current
- Reads and researches scripts and time periods to determine specific show costume needs and accuracy
- Positively collaborates with show directors and production teams to create a cohesive look and theme
- Accurately takes actor measurements to be able to coordinate proper fitting of costumes
- Creates neat and organized costume plots
- Works appropriately and efficiently within designated schedules and budgets
Costume Designer / Warehouse Manager
Tina's Productions
Cherry Hill, NJ
2012 - Current
- Oversees and manages daily upkeep and operations of a 6,000+ sq foot theatrical costume shop
- Executes extensive organization and station planning of costume stock and shop facilities
- Records outgoing rentals and tracks returns
- Utilizes general sewing skills for repairs and laundry
- Utilizes extensive theatrical show knowledge pulling various shows and characters for clientele
- Designs and maintains the Company's Website
- Effectively pulls costumes based on wants and needs of various clients and shows, as well as appropriate fit
Assistant Costume Design and Wardrobe Coordination
West Chester University
West Chester, PA
2004 - 2007
- Assisted in total build of costume plot including coordinating patterns, colors, fabrics, sizing and accessories.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Theatre, With A Concentration in Music
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA2007
Skills
- Visual composition
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Collaborative
- Sewing proficiency
- Tailoring and accessorizing
- Wardrobe maintenance
- Fashion history
Timeline
Freelance Costume Design
The Broadway Theatre of Pitman, Haddonfield Plays and Players, New Jersey City University
2011 - Current
Costume Designer / Warehouse Manager
Tina's Productions
2012 - Current
Assistant Costume Design and Wardrobe Coordination
West Chester University
2004 - 2007
Bachelor of Science - Theatre, With A Concentration in Music
West Chester University of Pennsylvania