If you love fashion and making films, check out the Wardrobe Department.
This week we have Ashley Heathcock to share how she went from working for a local designer in New Orleans to designing costumes for TV shows and movies. In this episode, she talks about how she got started, the rules of the trade, and joining the costume guild.
Ashley has worked on Magnum PI, Bright, and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.
Listen to learn how you can turn your love for fashion and filmmaking into a full-time gig.
Key points: 00:00 - Intro 2:05 - Getting started 5:49 - Wardrobe Dept terms 7:15 - Modifying and creating pieces 8:46 - What happens to costumes after the shoot 10:27 - Rules of the trade 11:21 - Aging and dyeing process tips 16:34 - Difference between a bad and good job 18:10 - How to get started 21:30 - How early in the process are you brought in 22:12 - Pay rate for costumers 22:44 - Prepping costume truck 26:21 - Expectations for pay 27:55 - What does it take to get into a union 32:38 - Getting started in the union 33:44 - Finding other costume designers 35:04 - Favorite Gear 39:35 - Something going wrong 43:55 - Weaving personality into the design 44:41 - Best places to get materials
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