Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Honors Awards
Languages
Work Preference
Timeline

Taiane Lacerda

Columbia,MO

Summary

M.F.A. in Scenography specializing in Scenic, Lighting, and Costume Design projects. Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Kansas. Bachelor of Architecture degree with Urban Planning and Interior Design minor from Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina. Specialized studies in Architecture, Interior Design, and Visual Communication Technology at Bowling Green State University.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Scenic Designer

University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
  • Scenic Designer - "Measure for Measure" and "Everybody"
  • Organized and attended meetings to discuss project status.
  • Executed designs that adhered to overall creative vision and direction.
  • Enhanced audience experience by designing visually appealing and immersive sets for various productions.
  • Produced detailed rough drafts and scale work-ups showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
  • Conducted research on historical periods, styles, and cultural contexts to inform accurate set designs.
  • Collaborated with directors to create cohesive visual concepts, resulting in successful stage presentations.

Production Assistant Intern

The Walt Disney Studios
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Production Assistant Intern - VFX - The Walt Disney Studios - Undisclosed production
  • Collaborated with the production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
  • Aided in achieving project goals through active participation in team meetings and collaborative brainstorming sessions.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
  • Graduate Teaching Assistant - Lecturer
  • Taught Scenic Production college-level courses for over 100 students.
  • .Assisted in the development of course materials, ensuring content was relevant and engaging for students.
  • Advised and mentored students on navigating academic and professional goals with support and guidance.
  • Assisted with development and implementation of new course materials to enhance learning experience.

Assistant Lighting Designer

University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
  • Assistant Lighting Designer - Fall Dance Concert
  • Attended technical rehearsals to assist with adjustments.
  • Collaborated with design team to input fixture profiles, colors, effects, and movement for cues.
  • Prepared and maintained light plot, channel hook-up, instrument schedule, color and template totals and focus charts.

Costume Designer

University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
  • Costume Designer - "Collective Rage"
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Created detailed documentation for each costume piece, ensuring consistency across multiple productions or performers.
  • Offered valuable feedback on model selection, fit and effectiveness on set.
  • Oversaw operation of on-site costume shop.
  • Enhanced costume designs by incorporating historical accuracy and cultural relevance into each project.

Production Assistant Intern

Kinogo Pictures
10.2021 - 10.2021
  • Extracurricular: Production Assistant - "Detained" - Kinogo Pictures - Film - Hollywood, LA - CA - October 2021
  • Worked closely with production coordinator to plan set design projects.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.


Scenic Designer

Interlochen Center for the Arts
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Scenic Designer - Summer camp - Interlochen Center for the Arts - "Into The Woods" and "Midsummer Night's Dream.
  • Organized and attended meetings to discuss project status and brief new projects.
  • Contributed to script analysis sessions, providing valuable input on potential staging challenges and opportunities for scenic storytelling.
  • Executed designs that adhered to overall creative vision and direction.
  • Collaborated with directors to create cohesive visual concepts, resulting in successful stage presentations.
  • Coordinated with lighting and costume designers to establish a unified aesthetic vision across all aspects of production design.
  • Gathered information to determine best execution of creative ideas.
  • Developed detailed design plans, elevations, and renderings for timely construction of sets.
  • Attended technical rehearsals to fine-tune set details, ensuring seamless integration with other production elements.
  • Worked with technical teams to effectively incorporate lighting, sound and other features.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining scenic design workflows through digital sketching tools like AutoCAD and Vectorworks.
  • Experimented with innovative materials and techniques to achieve desired visual effects while staying within budgetary limitations.

Enterprise Costumer Success - Account Manager

InEvent
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Enterprise Costumer Success - Account Manager - InEvent
  • Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
  • Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
  • Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to facilitate prompt delivery of client projects.
  • Monitored and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.

Associate Architect

Bragaglia Associated Architects
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Associate Architect - Bragaglia Associated Architects
  • Enhanced building functionality by integrating innovative design elements and sustainable materials.
  • Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
  • Developed comprehensive architectural plans to meet specific budgetary requirements and project timelines.
  • Assisted in creating visually appealing designs that adhered to strict building codes and safety regulations.
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.

Events and Exhibitions Set Designer

Fullpress Visual Communcation
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Events and Exhibitions Set Designer - Fullpress Visual Communcation
  • Spearheaded efforts to implement eco-friendly practices in set construction, significantly reducing waste output from projects.
  • Incorporated historical research into designs, enhancing authenticity and audience immersion.
  • Developed realistic schedules for set construction, ensuring timely completion of projects.
  • Worked with technical teams to effectively incorporate lighting, sound and other features.
  • Implemented safety measures within set designs, prioritizing actor comfort and well-being during performances.
  • Organized and attended meetings to discuss project status and brief new projects.
  • Optimized space usage on stage by designing multi-functional sets for seamless transitions between scenes.

Art Director Magazine

Aquaculture Brazil
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Art Director Magazine - Aquaculture Brazil
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive visual storytelling in product packaging designs.
  • Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.

Education

Masters of Fine Arts - Scenography

University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
05.2024

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture And Interior Design

Universidade Do Estado De Santa Catarina, Laguna, Brazil
03.2018
  • Merit Scholarship - Brazil Scientific Mobility Program (BSMP)
  • Merit Scholarship - Programa de Extensão UDESC
  • Thesis: Scenography for Architects

Architecture Visual Communication Technology -

Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
12.2015

Merit Scholarship - Brazil Scientific Mobility Program (BSMP)

Skills

  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • SketchUp
  • Cinema4D
  • Vectorworks
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • ProCreate
  • Lumion
  • Unreal Engine
  • Rhino
  • After Effects

Honors Awards

  • SCHOLARSHIP IN A BRAZILIAN SCIENTIFIC MOBILITY PROGRAM - NATIONAL PROGRAM - IEE
  • SUSAN TISDALL NIVEN SCHOLARSHIP
  • ADAH CLARKE HAGAN SCHOLARSHIP IN THEATRE
  • KCACTF FESTIVAL 55 COMMENDATION AWARD
  • DON CHILDS DTM CROSS-DISCIPLINE COLLABORATION AWARD
  • RUNNER-UP STATUS IN PERFORMING ARTS, STAGE, STYLE AND SCENERY DESIGN CATEGORY
  • DAVID E BLACKWELL SCHOLARSHIP

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Limited Working

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsWork from home optionPersonal development programs

Timeline

Production Assistant Intern - The Walt Disney Studios
06.2023 - 07.2023
Scenic Designer - Interlochen Center for the Arts
06.2022 - 08.2022
Production Assistant Intern - Kinogo Pictures
10.2021 - 10.2021
Scenic Designer - University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant - University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Lighting Designer - University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
Costume Designer - University of Kansas
07.2021 - Current
Enterprise Costumer Success - Account Manager - InEvent
11.2020 - 07.2021
Associate Architect - Bragaglia Associated Architects
01.2019 - 07.2021
Events and Exhibitions Set Designer - Fullpress Visual Communcation
01.2018 - 01.2019
Art Director Magazine - Aquaculture Brazil
01.2016 - 01.2018
University of Kansas - Masters of Fine Arts, Scenography
Universidade Do Estado De Santa Catarina - Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture And Interior Design
Bowling Green State University - Architecture Visual Communication Technology,

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