Wanda Merritt
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic wardrobe stylist with a proven track record at Desert Labor, excelling in tailoring and garment fitting. Recognized for swift problem-solving during live shows and enhancing efficiency through meticulous tracking systems. Expertise in alterations and a keen eye for detail ensure flawless costume presentations for high-profile performances.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Wardrobe Stylist
Desert Labor
Las Vegas, NV
02.2022 - Current
- Maintained costumes by performing regular dry cleaning and ironing of garments.
- Used sewing machines to execute simple alterations and repairs on clothing.
- Achieved quick resolution of issues arising during live shows by remaining calm under pressure and adapting swiftly to changing circumstances.
- Ensured timely costume changes by assisting actors with fittings, alterations, and repairs.
- Streamlined the wardrobe process for efficiency by creating detailed tracking sheets and checklists for costume pieces.
Wardrobe Assistant
Strauss Theater
Monroe, LA
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Delivered exceptional attention to detail when repairing delicate or intricate costume elements.
- Provided essential support during rehearsals, making note of any necessary adjustments or modifications to costumes.
- Prevented wardrobe malfunctions on stage with diligent inspection of costume pieces prior to each performance.
- Adjusted clothing once model was dressed, making sure all garments fit properly and looked perfect.
- Determined proper shoes, jewelry, head wear, and other accessories to complement designer outfits.
- Fitted models with outfits as per designer specifications.
- Steamed and pressed garments prior to runway shows.
Fashion Designer
Vegas Couture
Las Vegas, NV
03.2009 - 05.2019
- Sketched and designed six fashion collections under the brand Vegas Couture
- Constructed well-tailored dresses, trousers and jackets with precise attention to detail.
- Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled, and sewed to create wearable garment.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
Wardrobe Assistant
David Saxe Productions
Las Vegas, NV
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Coordinated seamless transitions between scenes with efficient backstage organization strategies.
- Improved costume fit and comfort with precise alterations tailored to individual actor measurements.
- Kept gowns properly bustled and headpieces fitted correctly during shows.
- Tracked all clothing and accessories used in runway shows and photo shoots.
- Used sewing machines to execute simple alterations and repairs on clothing.
- Ensured timely costume changes by assisting actors with fittings, alterations, and repairs.
Education
Associate of Interior Design -
Weber State University
Ogden, UTNo Degree - Fashion Merchandise
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NVAssociate of Business Administration -
American InterContinental University
Chandler, AZ06-2006
Skills
- Tailoring expertise
- Alterations
- Garment fitting
- Fashion shows
- Pattern cutting
- Worked on set: Mariah Carey, Lauren Hill, John Legend, Recycled Percussion, Vegas The Show
Timeline
Wardrobe Stylist
Desert Labor
02.2022 - Current
Wardrobe Assistant
Strauss Theater
06.2019 - 09.2021
Wardrobe Assistant
David Saxe Productions
01.2014 - 07.2016
Fashion Designer
Vegas Couture
03.2009 - 05.2019
Associate of Interior Design -
Weber State University
No Degree - Fashion Merchandise
College of Southern Nevada
Associate of Business Administration -
American InterContinental University