MAREN REESE
New York & Philadelphia
267-241-5815
PROFILE
Dynamic and passionate Costume Designer with 20 years of experience creating character-driven costumes for ;ilm and television. Known for a strong ability to manage all phases of the design process, from initial concept to ;inal ;ittings, while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines. Highly organized with a deep understanding of project work;low and management, ensuring that all designs align with the vision, budget, and timelines. An adaptable and creative problem-solver, capable of leading teams, collaborating across departments, and staying ;lexible in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Skilled in multitasking and balancing multiple projects while maintaining a high standard of quality and craftsmanship. Eager to bring expertise in design, communication, and leadership to contribute to innovative and engaging productions.
Education
•Tyler School of Art: BFA 1998-2002 Major: Jewelry Design/Minor: Textiles
•Temple University, Rome, Italy: 2001 Photography & Painting
•Royal College of Art, London, England: 1999 Jewelry
•Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow, Scotland: 1999 Jewelry
Skills
EXPERIENCE
Costume Designer (IATSE Local 829)
• ‘Maybe We Should’, A Special Dream, LLC FILM 2024
• ‘Betrayal’, HULU/Glass Productions TV SERIES 2023
• ‘The Mill’, HULU/Mallard Productions FILM 2023
• ‘Thomas Jefferson: An American Illusion’ , HISTORY, TV SERIES 2022
• ‘HIDE’, River Knoll Productions FILM 2021
• ‘Lincoln: Divided We Stand’, CNN/ Glass Productions TV SERIES 2020
• ‘Clarity’ Saleka Night, MUSIC VIDEO 2020
• ’Trillium Vein, MUSIC VIDEO 2019
• ‘Out of Control’ Natalie Nylon, MUSIC VIDEO 2013
• ‘Noodle &Doodle’, Sprout TV SERIES 2011
• ‘The Presidents House’ 1790-1800, Permanent Exhibition PhilLY 2010
• ‘Good Day Fox 29’, Fox 29 LIVE TV 2010-2011
• ‘Night Catches Us’, Human Race Productions FILM 2009
• ‘HEAD SPACE’, Indie FILM 2006
• ‘The Perfect Witness’, Dreams 7 Films LLC FILM 2005
• ‘Mutter Museum’ 1830’s, Film.org SHORT FILM 2003
Assistant Costume Designer
• ‘Sinking Spring’, Shopper, APPLE+/Catamount Pictures, MAJORS TV 2023
• ‘Liberté: A Call To Spy’ WW2, ACD, SMT Pictures INDIE FILM 2018
Costume Supervisor (IATSE Local 764)
• ‘Tires’ Season 2, NetWlix Productions, MAJORS TV SERIES 2024-2025
• ‘MERV’, Amazon Productions, MAJORS FILM 2024
• ‘Dope Thief’ Season 1, Apple TV, MAJORS TV SERIES 2023-2024
• ‘Blue Bloods’ Season 13: 3 EPISODES, CBS , MAJORS TV SERIES 2023
• ‘The Pope’s Exorcist’ , Supervisor NY Unit, MIRAMAX, MAJORS FILM 2022
• ‘Bel Air’ Season 1, Supervisor Philly Unit, Universal, MAJORS TV SERIES 2021
• ‘Clerks 3’, Lionsgate, TIER 2 FILMS 2021
• ‘Paint’, Blue Creek Pictures, TIER 1 FILM 2021
• ‘Metallica Through the Never’, Supervisor-NY Unit, MAJORS FILM 2013
• ‘Nous York’, Vertigo Films, TIER 3 FILM 2011
• ‘The Discoverer’s’, Additional Supervisor, TIER 3 FILM 2010
• ‘What Goes On’, MTV/Nickelodeon, TV SERIES 2006
• ‘12 and Holding’, Costume Supervisor Pre-Production, TIER 2 FILM 2004
Key Costumer/Principal Dresser
• ‘Evil’ S3, Key Set Costumer, Paramount Plus, TV SERIES 2021-2022
• ‘Hustle’, Key Set Costumer; Netflix, MAJORS FILM 2020-2021
• ‘Dispatches From Elsewhere’ S1, Key Set Costumer, AMC, TV SERIES 2019
• ‘Servant’ S1, Key Set Costumer, Apple TV, TV SERIES2018-2019
• ‘Blacklist’ Seasons 1-5, Personal Dresser to James Spader; NBC, TV SERIES 2012-2017
• ‘Political Animals’ S1, Key Background Costumer, USA Productions, TV SERIES 2012
• ‘Do No Harm’ Pilot, Key Set Costumer, NBC Productions, MAJORS TV SERIES 2012
• ‘South Pacific’, Dresser, THEATER 2010
• ‘Rockette Christmas Spectacular’, Dresser, THEATER 2009
• ‘Disney on Ice’, Dresser, THEATER 2009
• ‘Pajama Game’, Dresser, THEATER 2009
• ‘CATS’, Dresser, THEATER 2009
• ‘The Color Purple’, Dresser, THEATER 2008
• ‘Delirium’, Dresser, Cirque du Soleil, Dresser, THEATER 2006
• ‘Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’, Dresser , THEATER 2006
• ‘Rocky Balboa’, Key Costumer; Puncher Films, MAJORS FILM 2006
• ‘Annapolis’, Key Background Costumer; Disney Films, MAJORS FILM 2004-2005
Full List of Credits on IMDB
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1681105/
Wardrobe Stylist
E-Commerce:
Urban Outfitters.com
Bloomingdales.com
Aeropostale.com
Destination Maternity
Industrial Color
Commercials:
Xfinity
Comcast
MetroPCS Olympic Ad
Sleepy’s Mattress Olympic Ad
Dominoes Pizza
NFL
Visa
NBA
Pennsylvania Tourism
Philadelphia Tourism
New Jersey Tourism
Print Campaign's & Billboards:
Boscov’s
Burlington Coat Factory
Benari Jewelers
Mount Airy Casino & Resort
RCA/RA
GSI Commerce
LACTAID
Wolf SubZero Appliances
LYCRA
Healthcare:
Really, Cellulite?
ARIA Healthcare
Merck
Pfizer
Atlantic Health Systems
Orlando Health
Geisinger Small Business
Corporate:
Vanguard
Print Magazine:
Source Magazine
Bust Magazine
Money Magazine
Philadelphia Magazine
People Magazine
Noi_se Magazine
Philadelphia Style Magazine
Maren Reese