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Heather Seshadri
North Vancouver
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented textile artist specializing in color theory and dyeing. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously. Specializing in pigment and dye interactions, fiber compatibility, and precision color matching for flawless results. Valuable team contributor with a keen eye for color accuracy, consistently upholding the highest standards in every project. Exceptional prioritization skills ensure efficient meeting of deadlines while delivering visually impactful, high-quality work.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Textile artist for Costumes, Props and Set Decorating
Film & Television Industry - Various Productions
01.2001 - 01.2024
- Recognized for fabric dyeing, color development, and precision color matching
- Specialist in pigment interactions, fiber compatibility, and dye techniques
- Surface design, and SPFX textile treatments
- Innovative approaches to fabric manipulation and large-scale textile production
- Problem-solving and adapting to unexpected color challenges
- Team leadership, management, and mentoring
- Collaborative problem-solving and workflow optimization
- Ensuring consistency and accuracy in color application across projects
- Meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality color execution
- Translating designer’s color vision into production-ready results
- Balancing creative color demands with production constraints
Head Colourist & Fabric Dyer
Dagoli Studio Clothing
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Seasonal color development and forecasting
- Color sampling and precision matching
- Production dyeing and color quality control
- Fabric experimentation and innovation
- Collaboration with the team to ensure precision and achieve intended results
- Managing dye team, optimizing workflow, ordering materials, and training team members
Education
Leadership Micro Credential
Camosun College
Victoria, BC12-2023
Fashion Arts Certificate
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC06-2001
Textile Arts Diploma
Capilano University
North Vancouver, BC06-1998
Skills
- Color Specialist
- Textile Dyeing Methods
- Surface Design Techniques
- Textile Knowledge
- Innovative Ideation
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Detail-Oriented Analysis
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Efficient Time Management
- Critical and creative thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strategic Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- 2024 Emmy Honors award for Shogun Costumes
- 2024 CAFTCAD Nomination for Excellence in Crafts- Textiles, Peter Pan and Wendy
- 2024 CAFTCAD award for Excellence in Crafts - Textiles, Shōgun
Interests
Timeline
Textile artist for Costumes, Props and Set Decorating
Film & Television Industry - Various Productions
01.2001 - 01.2024
Head Colourist & Fabric Dyer
Dagoli Studio Clothing
01.1998 - 01.2001
Leadership Micro Credential
Camosun College
Fashion Arts Certificate
Vancouver Community College
Textile Arts Diploma
Capilano University
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