Patricia Garden

Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities .

• Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and character replacement for over 20 characters weekly.
• Maintained character inventory for parts used in repairs.
• Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
• Assigned projects to Costume Technicians for day to day operations, as well as, marquee events, i.e HHN, Holiday Parade, Grinchmas and Mardi Gras.
• Responsible for what characters, and where they would go for repair, i.e creative fabrication, make-up or to park technicians.
• Working knowledge of Kronos time keeping system.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
• Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement

• Knowledge of character head/part repair, re-covering with fabric, fur and foam, re-painting both with hand painting and airbrush techniques, cleaning, patching and sanding plastic parts, paint color matching, work with harnesses and aluminum repairs and neat, precise, finishing work; knowledge of paint types, glues and repair mediums and materials
• Working knowledge of design and costume construction with sculpting, mold making, vacuum forming, foam carving and plastics work; fitting, performing alterations and trouble shooting for performer comfort.
• Knowledge of handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
• Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
• Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding character or prop repairs.
• Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures. i.e Compressor, Vacuum Form machine, Spray booth, multiple hand tools and drill presses, Fire Extinguishers
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
• Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications

• Responsible for building, painting and maintaining costumes, heads, hands, feet and accessories for existing characters, shows, and new projects; and recreating existing costumes and pieces by repairing and replacing them.
• Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
• Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
• Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
• Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
• Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately