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Cassandra Sandrine Maroga Mombo

Summary

Self-taught fashion and costume designer skilled in creating custom garments and accessories from concept to completion. Experienced in pattern drafting, garment construction, and crafting unique costume elements for performances and events. Collaborative and detail-oriented, I ensure designs support both aesthetic and functional needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Costume Designer

Magic At My Door
02.2023 - Current
  • Design and construct original costumes for performances, events, and photoshoots, aligning visual storytelling with character development and narrative themes.
  • Draft custom patterns and execute full garment construction, including detailed fittings and final alterations.
  • Create specialized costume elements such as wings, headpieces, wigs, belts, and armor-style accessories using mixed materials.
  • Manage costume projects from concept to completion, including sketching, sourcing materials, budgeting, and time management.


Fashion Designer

Self Employed
01.2022 - Current
  • Independently learned and mastered the fundamentals of fashion design, including garment construction, pattern drafting, and fabric selection.
  • Design and create custom garments from concept to completion, including casualwear, performance costumes, and special occasion outfits.
  • Draft original patterns and adapt commercial patterns to fit unique body shapes and creative visions.
  • Build a personal portfolio of handcrafted garments using diverse materials and techniques such as draping, tailoring, and hand-finishing.
  • Construct personalized accessories including bags, headpieces, and sashes.
  • Create custom dress forms to achieve precise, individualized fittings and improve the quality of garment shaping.

Laboratory Administrator

McMaster University
07.2024 - Current
  • Manage the lab’s social media accounts.
  • Coordinate and implement website content updates.
  • Deliver bilingual communication across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Create and review SOPs for standardized documentation processes.

Education

Master of Science - Biotechnology

University of Guelph
Guelph
10-2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida International University
Miami, FL
07-2022

Skills

  • Expert in garment construction and custom pattern drafting
  • Strong ability to develop original design concepts
  • Skilled with diverse materials and sewing techniques
  • Self-managed project planning from concept to completion

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Laboratory Administrator

McMaster University
07.2024 - Current

Costume Designer

Magic At My Door
02.2023 - Current

Fashion Designer

Self Employed
01.2022 - Current

Master of Science - Biotechnology

University of Guelph

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida International University
Cassandra Sandrine Maroga Mombo