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Zara Fox

Zara Fox

London

Summary

Creative professional with extensive experience in costume design and prop making. Recognised for problem-solving abilities and teamwork in fast-paced environments. Aiming to leverage skills to contribute to innovative projects within the arts sector.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work history

Brand Ambassador/ Admin/ Seamstress

P TATTIE
London
2019.01 - Current
  • Executed administrative duties for management of social media content.
  • Assisted in creation of upcycled clothing items.
  • Supported design efforts for costumes in accordance with brand identity.

Props maker

S2
London
2022.04 - 2025.10
  • Supported carving detailed features into props with hand tools to improve on-screen and stage realism.
  • Helped construct large-scale props for stage productions to visually enhance scripts.
  • Assisted in managing inventory of supplies necessary for prop creation to avoid production delays.

Props Department for 'Unchosen'

Netflix
London
2024.09 - 2024.10
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Mixed paint, achieved desired colour and consistency.

Dresser/ Painter

Diagon for 'Gucci'
London
2024.08 - 2024.09

Assisted in dressing site according to specifications.

Followed designs accurately and supported reconstruction efforts.

Helped attach 3D printed insects to ceilings for set design enhancement.

Wardrobe Assistant

TRAUMAVILLE CABARET
London
2021.01 - 2023.03
  • Assisted in organising cabaret events and performer collaborations.
  • Supported the creation of freakshow and circus props.
  • Facilitated garment fittings and coordinated technical rehearsals.

Interactive Performance Costume/ props maker

Red Rash Inn
Bristol
2014.01 - 2022.01

Coordinated collaborative efforts for immersive script development.

Assisted in prop and costume creation aligned with storyline objectives.

Provided support with administrative tasks and social media content management.

Production Designer

Face Plant theatre
London
2020.01 - 2020.03
  • Assisted in production of puppets and props for musical theatre.
  • Supported costume design based on script requirements.
  • Contributed to overall production efforts in collaboration with team members.

Stage manager

Zeus on the Loose
London
2019.10 - 2019.12
  • Supported teams in achieving project milestones through effective collaboration.
  • Assisted in fittings and a few costume construction processes

Stage manager/ Wardrobe Assistant

Nobody's Inn
Bristol
2018.06 - 2018.08
  • Assisted performers with onstage timing and preparation of props.
  • Supported festival events by managing performance venue logistics.
  • Contributed to seamless show execution through coordination of equipment and schedules.

Curator/ co-director

A Doll a Day
London/ Bristol
2013.02 - 2016.04
  • Assisted in selecting artists for participation in art exhibition on subject of ‘doll’ across various media.
  • Helped identify suitable venue locations for hosting exhibition.
  • Collaborated with artists.
  • Achieved increased visitor numbers through effective marketing strategies and promotional activities.

Scenic artist

Gizmo Films
Yorkshire
2016.01 - 2016.02

Assisted team with scenic painting tasks for production of 'Mad to be Normal'.

  • Repaired damaged scenery ensuring continuity throughout performances.
  • Incorporated a variety of materials into designs for textured effects.

Personal Assistant

THEATRE OF THE DOLLS
2020.10 - 2013.10
  • Repairing costume & puppets for retrospective shows at The Barbican

Costume maker

KIMATICA STUDIOS
2013.02 - 2013.07
  • Integrate light reactive wearables by sewing into garments using Adreno technology to enhance user interaction.

Assistant Shop Manager/ Costume dresser

PRANGSTA COSTUMIERS
London
2009.01 - 2012.10
  • Assisted in creating costumes for various theatrical productions.
  • Supported in dressing performances and maintaining costume integrity.
  • Conducted repairs on costumes and millinery as required.
  • Prioritised customer needs, resulting in repeat business.
  • Handled administrative tasks to support smooth operation of the store.
  • Motivated team members, leading to increased productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art Theory, Psychology, Philosophy

Sydney University
Sydney
/2007 -

Skills

  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Resourceful mindset
  • Problem-solving
  • Calm under pressure
  • Team building
  • Knowledge of Software

Timeline

Props Department for 'Unchosen'

Netflix
2024.09 - 2024.10

Dresser/ Painter

Diagon for 'Gucci'
2024.08 - 2024.09

Props maker

S2
2022.04 - 2025.10

Wardrobe Assistant

TRAUMAVILLE CABARET
2021.01 - 2023.03

Personal Assistant

THEATRE OF THE DOLLS
2020.10 - 2013.10

Production Designer

Face Plant theatre
2020.01 - 2020.03

Stage manager

Zeus on the Loose
2019.10 - 2019.12

Brand Ambassador/ Admin/ Seamstress

P TATTIE
2019.01 - Current

Stage manager/ Wardrobe Assistant

Nobody's Inn
2018.06 - 2018.08

Scenic artist

Gizmo Films
2016.01 - 2016.02

Interactive Performance Costume/ props maker

Red Rash Inn
2014.01 - 2022.01

Curator/ co-director

A Doll a Day
2013.02 - 2016.04

Costume maker

KIMATICA STUDIOS
2013.02 - 2013.07

Assistant Shop Manager/ Costume dresser

PRANGSTA COSTUMIERS
2009.01 - 2012.10

Bachelor of Arts - Art Theory, Psychology, Philosophy

Sydney University
/2007 -
Zara Fox