Tim Castell
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Production Designer with talent in creating stunning design work through teamwork and ingenuity. Adaptable with an understanding of the creative process and willingness to accommodate changing needs as the project evolves. Successful in capturing the creative intent by conducting research when determining design execution. Focused on keeping up with industry trends and production technology with an interest in continual learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scenic Design and Technology Instructor
Florida School of the Arts
Palatka, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Created concept drawings for scenic elements that included detailed renderings of stage sets and props for 7 productions each year.
- Collaborated with directors, producers, and other members of the production team to ensure designs were implemented properly.
- Managed and oversaw the coordination of scenery installation, paint treatments, production team members, and strike.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
Installation Technician
Visual Installations
Jacksonville, FL
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Prepared surfaces and applied vinyl lettering, logos, and graphics to vehicles and other substrates.
- Executed the installation of signage and vinyl in multiple states for prominent corporations including Walmart, Target, Wells Fargo, Checkers, Whataburger, Columbia, among others.
- Completed daily reports detailing labor hours and material costs incurred per job.
Event Specialist and Fabricator
Keith Watson Events
Gainesville, Florida
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Set up projectors, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and other related equipment for events and meetings.
- Designed, budgeted, and fabricated custom props and scenery for events.
Education
Master of Fine Arts in Scenic Design and Technology -
University of Florida
05.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre -
Oklahoma State University
05.2010
Skills
- Course Instruction
- Student assessment
- Curriculum Development
- Budget Oversight
- Vectorworks (3D and 2D)
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- QLab Programming
- Google Sketch-Up
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Scenic Rigging
- Steel Cable Splicing
- MIG and Stick Welding
- MIG Aluminum Welding
- Power Tools/Hand Tools
- Sculpture
- Hand-Drafting
- Model Making
- Scene Painting
Websites
References
- Torrie Sanders, Florida School of the Arts, Lighting Design Instructor, 904.200.0765
- Keith Watson, Keith Watson Events, Owner/CEO, 352.264.8814
- Mihai Ciupe, University of Florida, Professor of Scene Design, 352.273.0509
Certification
- Arial Platform Certified (2011 and 2020)
- CPR and First Aid (2016)
- OSHA-10 for Entertainment Training (2024)
Timeline
Scenic Design and Technology Instructor
Florida School of the Arts
08.2019 - Current
Installation Technician
Visual Installations
07.2018 - 07.2019
Event Specialist and Fabricator
Keith Watson Events
06.2017 - 07.2018
Master of Fine Arts in Scenic Design and Technology -
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre -
Oklahoma State University
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