Sam Wood
Costume Designer ✦ Technician ✦ Creative
samanthadwooddesign@gmail.com
Working History
Playwright Horizons
Costume Shop Assistant/Stitcher/Draper….…………………………………………………………….October 2021-Present
Duties include: Draping and Building new Garments, Assisting the Supervisor with Fittings, Organizing & Maintaining the Costume Shop, Sewing Alterations to existing pieces, Snaps, Buttons, Hems, Quick Rigging and more, Ironing Fabrics, and assembling garments under instruction of the Head Draper.
The Public Theater
Stitcher………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….October 2021-Present
Duties include: Building new Garments, Sewing Alterations to existing garments, Snaps, Buttons, Hems, Quick Rigging and more, Ironing Fabrics, and assembling garments under instruction of the Head Draper.
Lori Gassie Design/NoGimmick Gear
Costume Design Intern……………………………………………………………………………………………………… July 2021 - October 2021
Duties include: Work hands on assisting owner and lead designer with producing custom made costume pieces for pro-wrestling, dance, theater, burlesque, music videos, film, drag, and other forms of live performance art; Source and shop for needed fabric and supplies; Cut patterns; Sew costume mockups, final costumes, and costume alteration;, Attend client fittings and complete necessary alterations and garment finishing, Specifically using Stretch and knit fabrics
Freelance Costume Commission Artist
Self-Employed…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...September 2017 - Present
Duties include: Constructing costume recreations for clients, custom fit to their measurements; Designing unique costume pieces to fulfil client needs; Managing financial supply spreadsheets; Interfacing and connecting with clients; Providing a boutique customer/creator experience.
Walt Disney World Attractions
Rivers of Light- Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney College Alumni Program Internship…………………………………………...………………..May 2018 - August 2018
Duties Included: Preparing the theatre and surrounding area to create a show-ready environment; Collaborating with a large team to achieve goals efficiently; Managing guest flow, prioritizing safety upon entrance and exit; Providing excellent Customer Service; Engaging in Park Close Procedures, ensuring all guests exit the park.
Suffolk County Department of Labor
Summer Internship………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..May 2019 - August 2019
Summer Internship………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..June 2016 - August 2016
Summer Internship………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..June 2014 - August 2014
Duties Included: Organizing and Alphabetizing files; Making phone calls to businesses and clients; Inputting data and document processing; Composing & mailing government postage.
Walt Disney World Quick Service Food & Beverage
Everything Pop- Pop Century Resort
Disney College Program Internship………………………………………………………………………………May 2015 - January 2016
Duties Included: Providing outstanding guest service to thousands of vacationing families every day; Maintaining high levels of cleanliness in both on and off stage areas; Preparation of inventory and workstation needs; Working closely with a team to safely and efficiently create excellent guest experiences.
Additional Production Experience .
Costume Designer
Bully……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Purchase Repertory Theatre, 2018
2018 BFA Actor Senior Photos……………………………………………………………….Purchase Repertory Theatre, 2018
Assistant Costume Designer
The Maids……………………………………………………………………………………………………..Purchase Repertory Theatre, 2017
Confession…………………………………………………………………………………………………...Purchase Musical Conservatory, 2019
Suor Angelica……………………………………………………………………………………………...Purchase Musical Conservatory, 2019
Gianni Schicchi…………………………………………………………………………………………..Purchase Musical Conservatory, 2019
Wardrobe Supervisor
The Maids……………………………………………………………………………………………………...Purchase Repertory Theatre, 2017
A Midsummer Night’s Dream………………………………………………………………..Purchase Repertory Theatre, 2018
Draper
Selling Kabul……………………………...………………………………………………………………..Playwright Horizons 2021
Created patterns, hosted fitting sessions, and crafted ornate garments for eleven theatrical
productions in my four years of study in the Purchase Costuming Program. Collaborated
with designers, directors, actors, and costuming staff.
Stitcher
Selling Kabul……………………………...………………………………………………………………..Playwright Horizons 2021
The Visitor……………………………………………………………………………………………………...The Public Theater, 2021
Cullud Wattah…………………………………………………………………………………………...The Public Theater, 2021
Assisted with the construction of costume pieces for seven major productions at Purchase College. This position sharpened my sewing skills while showcasing my attention to detail.
Skills
16 Years Sewing Experience Garment Construction Hand/Machine Embroidery
Textile Dyeing / Jewel Applique Prop Fabrication Wig Styling and Construction
Mold-Making / Resin Casting Airbrush / Fabric Painting Integrated Lighting for Costume and Props
Stretchwear Fabrication Procreate & Adobe Photoshop StitchEra Universal (Embroidery Software)
Valid NY State Drivers License Microsoft Suite
Professional Training/ Education .
Purchase College
BFA in Costume Design/Technology
Professional Training Program, Conservatory of Theatre Arts………………………..……...…….May 2020
Suffolk County Community College
AA of Liberal Arts …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...……..August 2016
Additional Achievements
Featured in the March 2017 issue of “Cosplay Realm Magazine”
Best in Show Winner at the Otakon Masquerade Costume Competition 2016
Best in Show Winner at the AnimeNEXT Masquerade Costume Competition 2016
Best Craftsmanship (Journeyman Level) Winner at the Otakon Masquerade Costume Competition 2017
Featured in the October 2021 Issue of “Cosplay Realm Magazine”
Featured in Insider Article “8 Ideas for Unique Halloween Costumes Inspired by Disney Theme Parks” 2021