Job:02-30034 Title:RP-Fashion Design Ref and Spec Book
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216 THE FASHION DESIGN REFERENCE + SPECIFICATION BOOK
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Entry Strategy Delivery and Load-in—transport line and staff
The Surge—set up backstage and front of house
Dressing Area—place racks, tables, mirrors, storage
Hair and Makeup Stations—place mirrors, tables, stools, power source
Catering—provide food and beverage for staff
Garment Prep—unpack, inventory, and organize
Sound Check—test music and microphones
Rehearsal—run through with models, music, and lighting
Backstage Designer—ideally free to oversee
Assistant Designer—execute designer directives
Production Assistant—act as runners
Accessory Manager—oversee accessories
Hair Stylist—prep hair
Makeup Artist—apply makeup
Dressers—support models
Stylist—check models one last time
Feeder—feed models onto runway
Models—perform
Choreographer—block models
Staging Stage Manager—coordinate all stage needs
Set—coordinate runway, backdrop, signage, seating
Décor—set up flowers, table coverings, pipe and drape systems
Special Effects—produce special lighting, pyrotechnics, videos
Documentation Photographer(s)—document runway, party, backstage
Videographer(s)—document runway, party, backstage
Management House Manager—coordinate designer, venue, and vendors on-site
Production Staff—provide food and beverage, coat check, and valet services
Multimedia—oversee lighting and sound tech teams
Security—protect backstage and front of house
Guest Relations Greeters—welcome and direct guests
Ticket Takers—check guest list and act as gatekeepers
Ushers—escort guests to seats
VIP Staff—provide special services
Take-away—store and distribute gift bags
Food and Beverage—set up and serve
Entertainment—amuse with pre- and postshow music and visuals
Transportation and Parking—provide directions, validations, valet
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Job:02-30034 Title:RP-Fashion Design Ref and Spec Book
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