ruby savage

I am a Freelance Stylist and Costume Assistant with 4 years of experience in styling, costume, and wardrobe coordination. I recently graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a 1st Class Degree in Fashion Art Direction, specialising in styling, and was recognised as one of the top 12 graduates of 2024 at Graduate Fashion Week. I've worked on high-profile projects, including the JD Christmas advert 2024, EA Sports 'Team of the Year,' and music videos for Manchester rapper Aitch, TikTok rising singer Nxdia, and Bakar. I also served as the head designer on the independent short film 'Gobstopper' in Manchester, which has been nominated for numerous awards. Additionally, I have worked as a costume and wardrobe assistant on various commercial projects. 

I am a highly skilled fashion professional with four years of experience in styling and costume design. I recently Graduated with First Class Honours in Fashion Art Direction from Manchester Metropolitan University, where throughout my time studying I found my love for styling. I gained invaluable experience assisting on various projects for over four years. I was recognized for excellence at Graduate Fashion Week 2024, being shortlisted for the Styling and Creative Direction Award and ranked among the top 12 styling graduates in the UK. I thrive under high-pressure environments, Including, Commercial assistance individual talent styling, and costume design for short films. My strengths include exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to deliver outstanding results in fast-paced environments.

Professional Experience:

• Costume Assistant – Sports Direct “Football Fever Euros 2024 Ad” | April 2024, Manchester
  • Assisted in pre-shoot preparations, dressed Supporting Artists, performed on-set checks, and managed product pack-down.
• Stylist – Frank and Reys Kids Clothes Shop, Social Content Shoot Day | March 2024, Sheffield
  • Organized and prepared garments, collaborated with the brand owner, and managed quick turnarounds of model look changes.
• Stylist Assistant – Erling Haaland, Nike Kit Launch 2024 | April 2024, Manchester
  • Steamed and prepared looks, dressed child cast supporting artists, handled product pack-down, and assisted with onset checks and talent dressing.
• Stylist – Nxdia, NME Press Shots | March 2024, Manchester
  • Curated looks, managed budgeting, sourced outfits, and styled seven distinct Looks to match the artist's unique style.

Additional Projects:

• Stylist Assistant – EBC England Cricket x Castore 2024 Kit Launch | January 2024, Manchester
  • Steamed and organized products, maintained brand guidelines, and facilitated smooth talent dressing and quick turnarounds, communicated with production and de-rigged Talent.
• Stylist Assistant – EA Sports FIFA "Team of the Year" Commercial 2024 | December 2023, Manchester
  • Sourced football kits, Ensured product safety by dropping off sourced pieces at Fittings ensured on-set readiness and continuity, and assisted with the dressing of models and return of unused garments.
• Wardrobe Assistant – JD Sports “Bag for Life” Christmas Advert 2023 | October 2023, Manchester
  • Assisted with Costume preparation, assisted in the fittings with steaming clothing organisation, on a shoot, dressed S/ Artists, performed onset checks, steaming, De-Rigging Cast, and Keeping Bus tidy.
• Costume Designer – Gobstopper, Short Film | April 2023, Manchester
  • Managed costume design from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with the director's vision and budget constraints created 9 character costumes with 17 looks in total.
  • Trained a student assistant in checks and Garment Care.

Skills:

• Garment Care and Maintenance
• Organization and Management
• Research Abilities
• Strong Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management and Problem-Solving
• Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

First Class Honours in Fashion Art Direction
Manchester Fashion Institute, MMU
2021-2024

"Business & Law Studies
Sheffield Hillsborough College
Awarded: DDM (100% coursework grade)
2018-2020"

Tapton School, Sheffield
9 GCSE grades between Grades B & C Including, English & Maths.
2013-2018