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Maggie Dennis

Bel Air

Summary

Personable and creative individual with keen eye for detail and passion for costume design. Possesses solid understanding of fabric properties and garment construction, along with strong skills in communication and alteration. Dedicated to creating visually compelling costumes that bring characters to life on stage and screen.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Stylist

Boutique 44 LLC
06.2024 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members and assisting with tasks as necessary.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
  • Styled and modeled cohesive looks for marketing purposes.
  • Provided on-the-spot alterations for loose buttons or small neckline adjustments.

Vice President

No Refund Theater
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Facilitated auditions and casting rooms, keeping the process moving to make the best use of auditioners' time.
  • Streamlined the audition process by moving sign-in to an online platform.
  • Communicated with various directors to provide resources that would best fit their needs.
  • Helped to bring in new club members through fairs and running informational presentations.

Costumer - Various Projects

No Refund Theater
01.2019 - 12.2019

Steel Magnolias, The 39 Steps, The Princess Bride

  • Completed dramaturgical research to find costumes, props, and set pieces to best fit the time period of the play.
  • Sized cast members quickly, and spoke with them about colors, styles, and character needs to find costumes that would fit both our visions and make the actor comfortable on stage.
  • Maintained spreadsheets to organize costume changes, sizes needed, and colors on stage to keep every aspect of the costumes organized and cohesive.
  • Made necessary alterations to fit the actor and the play, ie; hemlines, necklines, general fit of clothing, etc.
  • Kept costumes steamed and fresh for show days.
  • Present and taking notes prior-to and during tech week, communicating with directors and actors to mesh visions and create a collaborative project.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2021

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Creative thinking
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Hand sewing techniques
  • Alterations expertise

Timeline

Stylist

Boutique 44 LLC
06.2024 - Current

Vice President

No Refund Theater
08.2019 - 05.2020

Costumer - Various Projects

No Refund Theater
01.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Pennsylvania State University
Maggie Dennis