Haiyao Fu
Wembley
Summary
I am a dedicated costume professional with a Master's degree in Historical Costume Design and hands-on experience in wardrobe management for opera, theatre, and film. I specialize in quick costume changes, emergency repairs, and garment craftsmanship, ensuring seamless performances. My background in fashion styling at Harper's Bazaar has honed my ability to coordinate costumes and manage resources effectively. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to contribute my skills to a dynamic theatre or opera wardrobe team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wardrobe Assistant
Dorset Opera Festival
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Participated in productions of the operas Madame Butterfly and Under the Forest Tree, assisting the professional team with costume maintenance, quick changes, emergency repairs, and working closely with the cast and make-up team to service 40 singers and soloists.
Fashion Assistant
Harper's Bazaar Magazine Co.
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Coordinated styling, management, and backstage support of costumes and accessories, ensuring alignment with shoot themes and brand identity.
- Liaised with brands and PR teams for loaning, returning, and archiving fashion items while keeping current with industry trends.
Wardrobe Assistant
Nanjing University of Communications
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Participated in two major historical dramas Geologist and Millions of Heroes, providing costume support, emergency repairs, and quick changes for 20 actors.
Costume Supervisor
Short Films
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Managed costume budgeting, purchasing, and rentals within strict financial guidelines.
- Oversaw costume inventory, ensuring accurate period styling for performers and facilitating smooth production processes.
Education
Master of Arts - Historical Costumes Design
Arts University Bournemouth
09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre And Film Art Design
Communication University of China, Nanjing
06.2022
Skills
- Costume Design
- Script Analysis
- Wardrobe Coordination
- Backstage Management
- Costume Fitting
- Alteration
- Fabric Modification
- Special Effects
- Repair
Technical
Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, InDesign & Photoshop
Procreate, Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Wardrobe Assistant
Dorset Opera Festival
07.2024 - 08.2024
Fashion Assistant
Harper's Bazaar Magazine Co.
06.2022 - 11.2022
Costume Supervisor
Short Films
06.2021 - 07.2021
Wardrobe Assistant
Nanjing University of Communications
12.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Historical Costumes Design
Arts University Bournemouth
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre And Film Art Design
Communication University of China, Nanjing
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