Olivia Panick
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Adept in prop design and scenic painting, I enhanced visual storytelling for many productions and haunted attractions, showcasing exceptional design skills and creative thinking. My collaborative work with clients and teams, alongside a proven track record in producing captivating scenic backdrops, underscores my adaptability and commitment to excellence in prop design and painting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Prop Designer & Painter
Self-employeed
Orange County, CA
09.2017 - Current
- Worked closely with clients on the paint, and fabrication of set pieces used for productions and haunted attractions.
- Used many materials and mediums to create textured and dimensional, production-ready pieces.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment.
- Worked with unconventional materials for the construction of props.
Prop Designer and Set Painter
Center Stage Dance & Performing Arts Center
Rancho Santa Margarita
06.2020 - 07.2024
- Painted set pieces and props to all teacher's routine needs.
- Worked closely with teachers to color match paint for set pieces.
- Developed color palettes, textures and patterns to create realistic scenic backdrops.
- Applied multiple coats of paint to the scenery using a variety of tools such as airbrushes, rollers and brushes.
- Built and designed intricate set pieces from wood, metal or other materials.
Painter & Mold Maker
OCFX
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture for all props, masks and set pieces.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Selected appropriate paint colors and materials based on customer preferences for all custom pieces.
- Created molds out of plaster and fiberglass to later cast with materials such as silicone, latex and gelatin.
- Worked with a small team to ensure all clients received top quality products.
Freelance Scenic Painter
Keys2Fear Productions
Corona, CA
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed color palettes, textures and patterns to create realistic scenic backdrops.
- Painted many props and large-scale set pieces for haunted attractions around Riverside County.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using airbrushes, rollers, etc.
- Worked with a team to get projects done efficiently and within the timeframe given.
Education
Special FX
EI School of Professional Makeup
Los Angeles, CA09-2018
Skills
- Set design
- Color theory
- Painting techniques
- Design skills
- Set construction
- Creative thinking
- Client interaction
- Design management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Prop acquisitions
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Safety standards
- Fabrication techniques
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Prop selection
- Theme development
Accomplishments
2017-2018 Most Outstanding Artist - EI School of Professional Makeup
2023 Intricate Production - Energy National Dance
Timeline
Prop Designer and Set Painter
Center Stage Dance & Performing Arts Center
06.2020 - 07.2024
Painter & Mold Maker
OCFX
01.2020 - 01.2023
Freelance Prop Designer & Painter
Self-employeed
09.2017 - Current
Freelance Scenic Painter
Keys2Fear Productions
05.2017 - 03.2020
Special FX
EI School of Professional Makeup
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