Marissa Hoodikoff

marissahoodikoff@hotmail.com Objective To obtain employment in the field of costume, in order to apply and further develop my current skills and experience. Experience The Triumph of Love DalTheatre, Halifax, NS (Jan 2013 Apr 2013) Cutter - Created costumes for production based on designers sketches - Established patterns through drafting and draping - Fit costumes to actors, altering patterns and garments as needed - Acquired ready-to-wear garments and altered as necessary to attain fit and design - Researched period, styles and techniques needed to achieve designers concept - Supervised costume stitchers, preparing and assigning tasks as needed Six Characters in Search of an Author DalTheatre, Halifax, NS Cutter - Please see The Triumph of Love for description The Mill on the Floss DalTheatre, Halifax, NS Cutter - Please see The Triumph of Love for description The Ends of the Earth DalTheatre, Halifax, NS Cutter - Please see The Triumph of Love for description (Jan 2013 Feb 2013)

(Nov 2012 Dec 2012)

(Sept 2012 Oct 2012)

DramaFest 2012 Theatre Nova Scotia, Halifax, NS (May 2012) Costume Studies Instructor - Developed lesson plan for 3 hour workshops with students. - Shopped for materials, remaining within allotted budget. - Taught information about costuming and hands-on skills to students during workshops. Lady Windermeres Fan DalTheatre, Halifax, NS (March 2012 April 2012) Stitcher - Assisted cutters with costume construction, fittings, and repairs. La Ronde DalTheatre, Halifax, NS (January 2012 February 2012) Stitcher/Dresser - Assisted cutters with costume construction, fittings, and repairs. - Assisted actors with dressing and presentation. - Performed emergency repairs to costumes. - Responsible for laundering and maintenance of costumes. Blood Wedding DalTheatre, Halifax, NS (November 2011 December 2011) Stitcher - Assisted cutters with costume construction, fittings, and repairs.

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While Were Young DalTheatre, Halifax, NS Stitcher/Dresser - Please see La Ronde for description

(September 2011 October 2011)

Back to Broadway Gold Pan City Dance, Quesnel, BC (2010) Cutter/Stitcher/Dresser/Performer Fabricland Campbell River, BC (September 2003 December 2004) Sales Associate - Assisted customers with material choices and calculations; measured and cut fabric; operated cash register; completed opening/closing duties, including cashing out; sewed monthly display garments; knowledgeable regarding store merchandise and weekly and monthly sales. Beauty and the Beast Young Theatre, Campbell River, BC Cutter/Stitcher/Performer (2001)

Education April 2013

Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS Diploma in Costume Studies (Deans List) Recipient of Basil Cooke Award for outstanding achievement Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo, BC Bachelor of Science in Nursing (with Distinction) Campbell River Christian School, Campbell River, BC High School Diploma (A Honour Roll) Valedictorian

June 2009 June 2003

Relevant Skills 15 years sewing experience Proficient in use of industrial sewing machines and sergers Stays and corset making Ruff making Fabric dyeing (ProMX, vat, acid, natural dyes) Pattern drafting and manipulating Draping Tailoring (modern and historical) Previous Work Experience Available on request References Available on request

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