Nat PD Koch
Summary
Creative and collaborative former costume designer turned full-stack software engineer, bringing a unique perspective to problem-solving and user-centered development. Passionate about blending technical excellence with creativity to build impactful solutions, foster inclusivity, and continuously learn and grow.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Costume Designer
Freelance Designer
09.2016 - 08.2024
- Consistently met tight deadlines under high-pressure circumstances, ensuring that all productions started on time with a fully prepared wardrobe.
- Clearly communicated design revisions to members of costume design team.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively, ensuring all costumes were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Supervised up to six staff members, offered feedback and enforced deadlines.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, securing favorable pricing on materials and services.
Costume Shop Lead
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Trained staff in sewing techniques, patternmaking, and alterations for high-quality costume construction.
- Contributed to a positive, creative work environment by fostering collaboration and open communication among team members.
- Collaborated with directors and designers to create visually stunning costumes that aligned with artistic vision.
Wardrobe Supervisor
LDS Motion Picture Studio
04.2019 - 07.2021
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness within the wardrobe department, promoting a healthy work environment for staff and performers.
- Collaborated with directors to develop wardrobe concepts that aligned with the artistic vision of each production.
- Liaised with hosts, production teams and wardrobe stylists to verify appropriately chosen garments for events, show segments, and movies.
- Promoted teamwork among crew members through effective delegation and clear communication of tasks and expectations.
Education
Certification - Full-Stack Software Engineering
Prime Digital Academy
Minneapolis, MN04-2025
Certification - Full-Stack Engineer
Codecademy
New York, NY01-2025
Master of Fine Arts - Costume Design And Technology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-2024
Skills
- Javascript
- SQL and Database management software
- API integration
- Web development
- HTML and CSS proficiency
- React
- Nodejs and Expressjs
- Git proficiency
- Project management
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Detail-oriented
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Costume Shop Lead
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus
08.2021 - 05.2024
Wardrobe Supervisor
LDS Motion Picture Studio
04.2019 - 07.2021
Costume Designer
Freelance Designer
09.2016 - 08.2024
Certification - Full-Stack Software Engineering
Prime Digital Academy
Certification - Full-Stack Engineer
Codecademy
Master of Fine Arts - Costume Design And Technology
University of Minnesota
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