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Greta Ressel

Email address: gretaressel@gmail.com

Web: www.gretaressel.com

Profile

Experienced and highly motivated Set Designer recognized for consistently delivering exceptional results and exceeding employer expectations. Demonstrated expertise in creating visually stunning sets and overseeing all facets of set production for renowned theatrical productions. Recipient of the prestigious 2018 Laurence Olivier Award, showcasing a keen eye for detail, exceptional multitasking abilities, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Work experience

06/2017 - present, Set Designer, The Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto, ON, Canada

Conceptualized and executed set designs for over 10 theatrical plays and musicals, including Angry Alan, Downstate, Waitress, and Betrayal.
Collaborated closely with directors to ensure alignment with their creative vision and objectives.
Developed construction plans, coordinated build-out, and created detailed drawings and sketches.
Cultivated relationships with vendors and production teams, offering design consultations and support.
Achieved the prestigious 2018 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Set Design.

Education

09/2013 - 05/2017, Design and Production, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Achieved top 5% ranking in the Design and Production program
Actively participated in Film Society, Marketing Society, and Volleyball Club.

09/2009 - 05/2013, IB Diploma Program, International Christian School of Vienna, Vienna, Austria

Achieved Distinction upon graduation (Grade 1 - A/excellent equivalent) in all 6 subjects.
Demonstrated exceptional performance in the IB Diploma Program.
Received outstanding grades in all coursework.

Skills

Languages

German

English

French

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office

SketchUp, Maya

AutoCAD

Vectorworks Spotlight

Interpersonal Skills

Creative

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time Management

Volunteering

09/2015 - 06/2016, Costume Designer, Frederic Wood Theatre, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Certificates

07/2014, Explore Filmmaking: from Script to Screen, National Film and Television School (NFTS)

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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