Jessica McCormick

Costume Coordinator (Department Operations) @Iatse Local 891

CA

Managed and directed all aspects of costume department operations with a focus on budgeting, logistics, and crew management, mirroring the role of an operations manager. Utilized strong organizational and logistical skills to optimize budget allocation, streamline processes, and efficiently oversee a team of 20+ crew members.• Assessed and analyzed department needs and requirements, followed by the development of detailed project plans, resulting in an increased buy-in from production, shareholders, and leadership.• Developed and trained staff on streamlined processes and procedures, including custom spreadsheets designed for niche department related requirements, resulting in an increase of productivity and efficiency• Skillfully managed and directed costume department operations, optimizing budget allocation and financial tracking to achieve an impressive under-budget result for a department budget exceeding $1.1 million.• Planned and oversaw the successful set-up and teardown of department for major productions, ensuring the effective utilization of space, efficient use of resources and adherence to production deadlines.