Set and Costume Design
ABOUT FIONA
Fiona is a London-based Theatre Set and Costume Designer, having recently graduated from UAL Wimbledon College of Arts' Theatre Design course with First Class Honours.
Prior to university they studied on a 3D Design foundation course at Exeter School of Art.
Fiona's design process is multi-disciplinary, utilising both digital and traditional mediums in their drawing and model-making. They are interested in pushing the boundaries of live performance, both in terms of new technology and activism. Fiona is passionate to create theatre that celebrates queer and disabled characters.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Skills & Expertise
Sept 2019 - Present
STAGE MANAGER - WIMBLEDON COLLEGE OF ARTS
Since studying at Wimbledon UAL, I have had the opportunity to manage a few shows that have been put on by other students in our campus theatre.
New Directions (2020). Battle of the Bands (2019).
Oct 2015 – Present
PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER
Working on production teams as a Set Designer and Stage Manager, producing semi-professional plays, musicals and pantomimes. I was employed as the Stage Manager for 2018/19’s Christmas pantomime “Robin Hood”, which was performed at Exeter’s Barnfield Theatre. My time with ELTC has given me a good insight into the job role of various production and creative positions, how a show is run backstage, and the process that a show goes through to get to the stage. My experience working as a stage and tech crew member taught me many hands-on skills in a live environment, as well as improving my confidence and communication.
RENT (2020) Evolve Theatre Productions, Stage Manager and Set Designer. West End to Broadway (2019) Evolve Theatre Productions, Stage Manager. Robin Hood (2018/19) ELTC, Stage Manager and Assistant Director. The Dresser (2018) ELTC, Stage Manager. One Man, Two Guvnors (2017) ELTC, Assistant Stage Manager. Dancing at Lughnasa (2017) ELTC, Assistant Stage Manager.
KEY SKILLS
SET DESIGNER
- Creative design
- Storyboarding
- Understanding of lighting and sound design
- Drawing as communication
- Physical modelmaking
- Digital modelmaking
- Costume design
- Costume and props making
- Creative problem solving
STAGE MANAGEMENT
- People Management
- Communication skills
- Concentration and consistency
- Time sensitivity
- Spatial Awareness
- Liaising between different sectors of production
EDUCATION
2022
WIMBLEDON COLLEGE OF ARTS
BA Theatre Design (First Class Honours)
2017
EXETER SCHOOL OF ART
Diploma in Art and Design (Merit).
2016
EXETER COLLEGE
Law, English Literature, Fine Art (A-Level grades B-C).
2014
WEST EXE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
12 GCSEs including English, Science, Maths and ICT (GCSE grades ranging from A to C).