Ashley Marie Collett

∙ Developed a system of cue cards for the wardrobe and wig track show variations
∙ Maintained switch out logs, souring logs, expense reports, and costume bible
∙ Managed multiple ongoing projects and reprioritized tasks daily as needed
∙ Ordered new costume pieces and maintained a stock of standard wardrobe needs
∙ Worked alongside stitcher and other departments to preserve integrity of costumes and design
∙ Fit costumes and executed repairs and alterations as needed
∙ Ran wardrobe track nightly, assisting performers with quick changes and resetting costumes

•Stitched for projects including costumes, uniforms, and daywear
•Instructed “Intro to Sewing” classes, teaching machine basics and techniques to first time sewists
•Developed and instructed classes which included pattern development and construction
•Constructed sample garments to be used for class demonstrations

•Ran up to 8 wardrobe tracks which involved costume presets, executing quick changes, and show cues
•Performed nightly check-ins of costumes and accessories
•Participated in nightly laundry including washing and sorting, and periodically ran day laundry track
•Documented fit issues and costume repairs for the daytime costume technicians
•Filled in as backup for costume technician tracks and assisted them daily as needed

•Collaborated with designer and product manager to develop tech packs
•Measured and analyzed garments to determine compliance of spec and construction
•Led fit sessions and offered solutions to correct fit and construction issues
•Used FlexPLM to adjust garment specs and grading, and log fit notes and photos
•Communicated with overseas vendors to revise garment fit
•Revised technical illustrations using Adobe Illustrator

• Flatlined and assembled garments such as bodices, period dresses, and tutus
• Worked with specialty fabrics such as silk, tulle, and stretch knits
• Sewed with extreme precision and attention to detail
• Finished garments with bias trim, piping, lace trims, and various hand stitching
• Experimented and created samples for various garment details
• Embellished garments with machine embroidery, jewelling, and studding
• Assisted drapers in fittings as needed

•Assembled period garments for both men and women
•Flatlined and thread-traced garment pieces by hand and machine
•Worked on period undergarments including corsets, bustles, and hoop skirts
•Finished garments with facings, bias trim, piping, and various hand stitching
•Remarked patterns and garments after fittings

•Created original garments by both draping and pattern drafting
•Fit and altered costumes to actor’s sizes
•Organized and maintained the costume stock room
•Maintained inventory of costumes rented by students and designers
•Followed up with students and designers on late rentals, charging fees as necessary

•Sewed handbags and pouches
•Cut, pinned, and prepped sewing kits for other seamstresses
•Trained new employees for cutting, pinning, and prepping kits
•Assisted in picking new fabrics for the current collection
•Monitored inventory and organized fabrics and supplies

•Worked one on one with customers in accessorizing and styling outfits
•Assisted with visual merchandising displays in store and window
•Communicated with other stores for orders and transfers
•Completed nightly paper work for store numbers
•Pulled outfits for local fashion shows and photo shoots
•Organized garments backstage at fashion shows and assisted with quick changes

•Researched and collected images on current design trends
•Created concept designs for DKNY Active Wear line
•Sketched flats on AI Style Manager and assembled tech packs and trim sheets
•Organized and filed swatches and trims