Daisy Lindas

My strong communication skills and attention to detail have made me an asset to the entertainment industry for the past two decades. In making a career change I will positively contribute my leadership and organizational skills to a new team. My goal is to find the best fit on both sides for my next professional endeavor. I bring confidence, empathy, and passion to all aspects of my life and am driven to have a positive impact within my communities.

Costume Director (08/2019-03/2024)

● Oversaw department in the execution of costumes for multiple overlapping productions.

• Managed immediate deadline driven communication and collaboration across departments and with clients in a high stakes fast paced environment. 
  • Managed department calendar and scheduled meetings with performers, clients, and other departments. 
• Short-term and strategic department planning directly with leadership.
• Managed set $270,000 department budget for expenses. 
  • Reconciled statements and submitted invoices, receipts, and vendor payments though MIP accounting software.
  • Prepared budget breakdowns and proposals in Microsoft Excel and OneDrive.
  • Regularly communicated budget tracking and projects with my supervisor. 
• Generated over $100,000 of annual income through commercial projects.
  • Created bids, submitted invoices, managed contracts, and tracked payments for clients. 
• Cultivated and supervised up to 6 full-time staff and 12 short-term employees.
  • Created and revised job descriptions and conducted performance evaluations.
  • Crafted job postings, interviewed, hired, and assisted in onboarding employees.
  • Submitted and allocated payroll through Paylocity and Paycom.
• Created and maintained long term relationships with artists, clients, and the Steppenwolf Ensemble and Board members. 
• Presented department achievements to actively engage donors, clients, consultants, and youth.
• Fostered trust between high profile clients, artists, and staff while managing confidential and sensitive information and situations respectfully. 
• Hosted and coordinated networking and social events.

DePaul University, BFA- Costume Technology with a minor in Business Management