Curriculum Vitae

Cee-Cee Swalling Costume Designer & Technologist [email protected] Professional Costume Designer and Technologist with teaching costumesbyceecee.com experience, holding an MFA in Costume Design and Technology 202.468.2941 and a BA in Literature and Theatre. @Costumes_by_ceecee IG

Education

MFA: Costume Design & Technology University of Virginia Department of Drama Charlottesville, VA August 2017 to May 2020 - Coursework included: Costume crafts, tailoring, draping, patterning, and design coursework. - Thesis Project: She Creates Monsters- The Design & Technology of ‘She Kills Monsters Thesis supervisor: Professor Marcy Linton

BA: Literature & Theatre American University College of Arts & Sciences Washington, DC September 2005 to May 2009 - Literature Thesis: And What She Found There... a Creative Writing Thesis - Thesis supervisor: Professor Michael Wenthe - Lysistrata- An original musical written and performed by the class of 2009 - Thesis supervisor: Professor Cara Gabriel

Early Honors Program Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK September 2004 to May 2005 - Coursework focusing on Educational Psychology and Alaska Studies.

Teaching Experience

Department of Drama, University of Virginia 2017- 2020 Graduate Teaching Assistant and Instructor of Record

DRAM 1010 How Theatre Works DRAM 2010 Image to Form DRAM 2310 Costume Technology DRAM 2330 Production Lab: Costume/Makeup DRAM 3450 Musical Theatre Performance

Publications

2020 Panel Presenter: Flights of Fantasy: Digital Fabrication for the Stage, USITT, Houston, TX (cancelled) Swalling Curriculum Vitae Page 2 of 5

Professional Development

2019 Workshop: Leather and Armor Making Professor Rosa Lozaro, Tenured Associate Professor, Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi 2019 Workshop: Wireframe Creations Professor Emeritus Jeffrey Lieder, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee 2019 Conference: South Eastern Theatre Conference, Knoxville, TN- Attendee 2019 Workshop: Blueprints for Brilliance! New Techniques for Improved Pattern Drafting Assistant Professor Kyla Kazuschyk, Louisiana State University 2019 Workshop: Millinery Professor Emeritus Jeffrey Lieder, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee 2019 Workshop: Turban Fashion in Jane Austen’s Regency Era Assistant Professor Donna Buckley, The U of Mississippi 2018 Workshop: Dyeing, Distressing, & Shibori Techniques Professor Emeritus Jeffrey Lieder, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 2018 Conference: South Eastern Theatre Conference, Mobile, AL- Attendee

Work Experience

First Hand The American Shakespeare Center May 2019 to September 2019 - Managed and assigned sewing duties to Costume Shop Interns - Cut, draped, patterned, and tailored all new build items per show. - Oversaw all show alterations on productions of Julius Caesar, Antony & Cleopatra, Suitcases, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, & The Grapes of Wrath.

Costume Shop Manager Maine State Music Theatre - Brunswick, ME May 2018 to August 2018 - Managed and hired Costume Shop personnel - Assigned duties and tasks to the Costume and Wardrobe crews according to ability. - Created, fit, and finished costumes for nine main stage productions.

Wardrobe Supervisor American Shakespeare Center May 2017 to September 2017 - Handled day-to-day operations of the Wardrobe Department and upkeep of costume stock. - Scheduled fittings and took measurements for season productions. - Made alterations and repairs to costumes used in season productions in repertory. - Coordinated with Stage Management and crew on Costume needs for the run of each performance.

Administrative Assistant III- Department of Parks, Recreation, & Culture City of Gaithersburg, Maryland October 2015 to August 2016 - Served as staff liaison with other divisions/departments within the City government, other government and community agencies, and the general public. - Social Media Team Lead implementing strategies, consolidating the social media presence, and marketing campaigns for events. Swalling Curriculum Vitae Page 3 of 5

Administrative Assistant- Research Department Friedman, Billings, & Ramsey- Rosslyn, VA June 2014 to October 2015 - Coordinated and scheduled meetings, travel, and lodging for Research Analysts. - Updated client information and subscriptions in the iStar and Blue Matrix databases. - Organized and implemented monthly meeting for Associates including compiling relevant data for presentations, guiding audio and visual presentations, and scheduling the applicable participants and meeting rooms. - Served as back-up for the Research Chief Operating Officer and aiding in his day-to-day duties including updating daily meeting agendas, compiling voting data, and working extensively in the three main stock databases.

Project Coordinator- Trade Ally Specialty Lockheed Martin- Rockville, MD September 2013 to June 2014 - Extensive knowledge of the C&I program including advanced database and research skills. - Worked one-on-one with trade allies in order to troubleshoot discrepancies and provide up-to-date information regarding incentives and applications. - Created new organization for sending weekly status updates to trade ally contractors. - Worked independently researching concerns and presenting findings to Management.

Stitcher & Dresser The Washington Ballet- Washington, DC October 2013 to August 2014 - Finished notes, alterations, and repairs. - Maintained design of the various productions of The Nutcracker Ballet, The Sun Also Rises, and various others. - Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace.

Wardrobe Head Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts- Vienna, VA May 2013 to August 2013 - Noted and completed in-run show alterations. - Maintained design and laundry of the show. - Managed a crew of three people.

Stitcher & Crafts Artisan Washington National Opera- Washington, DC April 2012 to May 2013 - Finished notes, alterations, and repairs for Manon Lescaut, Show Boat, and various others. - Maintained design of the various productions. - Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace.

Dresser & Wig Dresser Arena Stage- Washington, DC October 2012 to January 2013 - Finished notes, alterations, and repairs for My Fair Lady - Maintained design costumes and hair for production. - Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace.

Assistant Costume Shop Manager Maine State Music Theatre - Brunswick, ME May 2012 to August 2012 - Managed Costume Shop personnel during Production. - Assigned duties and tasks to the Costume and Wardrobe crews according to ability. - Created and finished costumes for the three major Productions of the season. Swalling Curriculum Vitae Page 4 of 5

Wardrobe Supervisor John W. Engeman Theatre - Northport, NY October 2010 to August 2011 - Managed, organized, and hired Wardrobe Crew for each Production. - Scheduled Costume Fittings and worked one-on-one with the Costume Designer to assess projects. - Created running worksheets and assigned tasks in order to successfully run over 400 performances. - Researched and Designed Children’s Theatre Productions in conjunction with Artistic Director.

Wardrobe Assistant May 2010 to October 2010 Gateway Playhouse- Bellport, NY - Handled day-to-day operations of Wardrobe Department during Summer Season productions. - Helped schedule fittings, take measurements, and keep track of costume alterations. - Worked backstage for each production, assigned quick-change duties, and maintained the cleanliness and aesthetic of each production.

Wardrobe Supervisor October 2009 to May 2010 Allenberry Playhouse- Boiling Springs, PA - Handled day-to-day operations of the Wardrobe Department and upkeep of costume stock. - Scheduled fittings and took measurements for season productions and Murder Mystery shows. - Made alterations and repairs to costumes used in season productions. - Coordinated with Stage Management and crew on Costume needs for the run of each performance.

Tour Manager April 2009 to October 2009 Ford’s Theatre- Washington, DC - Assisted audience members with check-in and throughout the tour. - Managed actors, costumes, and props to ensure a smooth tour performance. - Coordinated with Front of House staff on attendance and latecomers.

Assistant Manager October 2007 to October 2009 Fantom Comics- Washington, DC - Assisted customers with purchases and feedback on relevant reading materials and upcoming merchandise. - Established and maintained the “Fantom Comics’ Drawing Board”. - Regulated over 300 subscribers and provided quality customer service. - Maintained stock inventory and overall aesthetic of storefront.

Administrative Assistant Aramark Parks and Resorts - Anchorage, AK May 2005 to September 2005 - Created Group Reservations for the largest travel companies to Denali Park. - Created Group Manifests for Reservations and sent them to the appropriate property. - Communicated with Headquarters on changes to reservations and accounts.

Congressional Intern Senator Ted Stevens' Office - Washington, DC August 2005 to January 2006 - Received, organized, and processed constituent mail. - Researched issues pertaining to correspondence and responded via CapCorr. - Updated press releases on Senator's official website. Swalling Curriculum Vitae Page 5 of 5

Volunteer Experience

Costume Designer Live Arts Theatre- Charlottesville, VA August 2017 to October 2018 - Volunteer Costume Designer and Coordinator for Ragtime and children’s productions of Peter Pan, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and The Complete Works of Shakespeare...abridged

Race Director Montgomery County Road Runners Club- Rockville, MD August 2014 to August 2017 - Volunteer Race Director for Country Road Run, Suds & Soles 5k, and Jingle Bell Jog - Coordinated race volunteers, sponsors, race day preparations, road closures, and sponsorships

Head Coach Girls on the Run- Rockville, MD August 2015 to March 2017 - Volunteer Head Coach and coordinator for GOTR at Tilden Middle School - Implemented GOTR curriculum, ran workouts, and coordinated team participation at the end of program 5k.

Coach Montgomery County Road Runners Club August 2015 to May 2017 - Volunteer running coach for the Beginning 5k program and Half Marathon programs

Certifications

2016 Road Runners Clubs of America Certified Running Coach 2016 American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified