About Resa McConaghy

As a 20 year long established costume designer in film, television, and digital media, Resa McConaghy has credits with: Showtime, ABC, Disney, CBS, CBC, Hallmark, Lifetime, and more. Her mission: to enable the articulation of character through wardrobe.

Prior to these goals, she ran a 10 year history in commercials, rock videos, shorts, and has held every position in the wardrobe department. Check out her reel, plus her expert industry advice below.

Notes on Costume Design

So you want to be a costume designer in the film or television industry? First, ask yourself a few questions:

• Are you ready to work 14 hour days?
• Are you willing to work weekends?
• Are you willing to travel to a location and be away from home for weeks, even months?
• Do you have solid hands on people communication skills?
• Can you handle a budget?

Yes! So far so good.

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