Rachel Clegg

As a Costume Assistant, I support the costume designer and wardrobe team in delivering visually cohesive, character-appropriate looks throughout all stages of production. I help maintain continuity, prepare costumes, and ensure actors are dressed and camera-ready on time.

What I Offer on Set:
- Assist with dressing and quick changes
- Monitor costume continuity and take reference photos
- Handle on-set repairs, steaming, and adjustments
- Work closely with cast and crew, maintaining set etiquette

Pre-Production and Fittings:
- Organise fittings and prep costume racks
- Label and track costume pieces for each character
- Assist with alterations and breakdown documentation

Costume Care:
- Steam, press, clean, and repair garments
- Maintain shoes, accessories, and specialty items
- Track inventory and manage returns or archiving

Logistics & Admin:
- Help create and maintain costume plots
- Collect and return hire items as needed
- Support with sourcing and budgeting where required

Skills & Strengths
- Excellent attention to detail and continuity
- Efficient with dressing, steaming, and minor alterations
- Calm under pressure and quick to problem-solve
- Professional, discreet, and reliable on busy sets
- Strong knowledge of fabric care, fit, and styling


Industry Experience

Costume Assist “Forgive us All” - Tumbleweed Productions 2024

Costume Assist “War Machine” - Ground Control Global Limited 2024

Traffic/Locations “Heart of the Beast” - DWTT Productions Ltd 2025

Contact Details

Queenstown

02108468852

rachelclegg93@gmail.com

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