Contact Information
803.646.3727
tacoaallen@gmail.com
Linkedin
Behance
Education
Anderson University, South Carolina School of the Arts 2012–2016
BA in Art with a concentration in Graphic Design
Art History Minor
Red Rocks Community College 2022-Present
Costume Basics Certificate
Stage Makeup Certificate
Advanced Costuming Certificate
Costume Design Experience
Student Designer | 01/2024 to 05/2024
Red Rocks Community College - Lakewood, CO
• Worked with design professor on the spring productions of Radium Girls and Stu for Silverton; Applied knowledge of color theory, historical influence, and culture
• Participated in weekly critique sessions where constructive feedback was exchanged among fellow design crew
• Led fittings with actors, making necessary adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort while maintaining the integrity of the design
• Read scripts and researched appropriate settings and time periods
• Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration
• Managed budgets and timelines effectively, ensuring all costumes were completed on time and within budget constraints
• Collaborated with directors and producers to create visually striking costumes that supported the overall vision of the production.
• Maximized efficiency during rehearsals by providing quick-change solutions for complex costume changes between scenes
• Sewed costume pieces for use by actors
Dresser | 10/2023 to 05/2024
Red Rocks Community Theatre - Lakewood, CO
• Fitted actors with costumes as per designer specifications.
• Maintained positive, professional attitude during rehearsals and productions
• Maintained a clean, welcoming environment in the dressing area
• Determined proper shoes, jewelry, head wear, and other accessories to complement costumes
• Cleaned, steamed, and pressed garments prior to shows
• Streamlined garment organization for efficient management and easy access to desired items.
• Attended and participated in extensive rehearsals
Costume Designer | 01/2024 to 03/2024
St. Mary's Academy - Englewood, CO
• Worked as the designer for the winter production of Willy Wonka
• Sketched artistic and original designs for a well-known story
• Led fittings with actors, making necessary adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort while maintaining the integrity of the design
•Developed entire character looks encompassing garments, makeup, and wigs
•Managed budgets and timelines effectively, ensuring all costumes were completed on time and within budget constraints
• Collaborated with the director to create visually striking costumes that supported the overall vision of the production
• Completed alterations to existing outfits to fit specific actors, and made alterations for shared costumes
Costume Design Intern | 05/2023 to 08/2023
Rocky Mountain Theatre For Kids - Boulder, CO
• Gained valuable experience working with the theatre's designer, Sara Martin, on the production of Peter Pan
• Worked backstage as a dresser and problem-solver
•Sorted and organized the costume closet and accessories
• Costumed the youth company summer shows, including:
Romeo & Juliet, Dir. Atlas Drake and Levi Franklin
Shrek Jr: The Musical, Dir. Sam Webb
The Lion King, Dir. Sam Webb
The Aristocats, Dir. Levi Franklin