Samantha Sneed
Designer • Seamstress • Stylist • Storyteller
Los Angeles, CA · (214) 907-2752 · whatchusneed@hotmail.com · linkedin.com/in/sksfashion · callmefoxy.com
Profile
Fashion designer, seamstress, and stylist with 15+ years of experience transforming abstract thoughts into wearable art — from initial concept illustration, all the way through to pattern development, garment construction, and final styling. Equally comfortable sketching collections, building screen-ready costumes, developing tech packs, and crafting editorial looks, I live in the space where creativity and storytelling intersect. I find joy in solving creative problems, learning new skills, and turning ambitious ideas into thoughtful, well-crafted designs.
Core Skills
Sewing & Costume Construction
- Expert Sewing & Garment Construction
- Pattern Making & Draping
- Extensive Knowledge of Fabric Types & Behaviors
- Keen Eye for Details & Craftsmanship
Styling & Wardrobe Design
- Innovative & Unique Outfit Building
- Editorial, Glamour, & Campaign Styling
- Narrative-Driven Concept Development
- Trend Research & Mood Boarding
Fashion Design & Technical Development (Illustration & CAD)
- Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
- Artistic & Stylized Fashion Illustration (Traditional & Digital/Procreate)
- Tech Pack Development
- Concept Art & Storyboard Creation
Organization & Collaboration
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Quick, Observant, & Highly Adaptable
- Time Management Under Tight Deadlines
- Teaching & Curriculum Development
- Naturally Curious & Resourceful
Experience
Costume Builder / Stitcher
IATSE Local 705, Motion Picture Costumers · Oct 2017 – Present
- Construct intricate, screen-ready costumes across multiple productions, ensuring fit, durability, and continuity.
- Collaborate directly with costume designers and production teams to translate concept sketches into finished garments for TV, film, and commercial productions.
- Manage multiple concurrent builds and fittings while maintaining consistent quality and continuity through multi-season productions.
- Built concert and tour wardrobe for musicians including Lady Gaga, John Legend, Lionel Richie, P!nk, Post Malone, Doja Cat, No Doubt, and Karol G.
- Crafted custom pieces for high-profile productions and clients, including Dave Thomas, Colleen Atwood, Universal Studios, and many more.
- Hand sketched fashion illustrations for Tyra Banks' Model Land, translating verbal design descriptions into visual concept art.
Union Credits Include
“The Mandalorian and Grogu” (2024) · “Ahsoka” S1 (2022) · “The Mandalorian” S3 (2021–22) · “The Book of Boba Fett” S1 (2021) · “Star Trek: Picard” S2 (2020–21) · “Angelyne” S1, Peacock (2020) · Muto-Little Costume House, Multiple Projects (2018–present) · “Marvel Runaways,” Paramount (2019) · Dancing With the Stars Jr., CBS (2018)
Projects Include
Universal Studios Parks: FL & CA
Disney Parks
Lady Gaga: Vegas Enigma Show
T-Mobile: CEO Wardrobe
Maytag Commercial
“Legion”
“Timeless”
Colleen Atwood
Ruth Carter
Lady Gaga
John Legend
Lionel Richie
Post Malone
Jennifer Lopez
Kacey Musgraves
Lisa
Karol G
P!nk
CeeLo Green
Doja Cat
Camila Cabello
“SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run”
“Amazing Stories”
Model Land by Tyra Banks
“Strange Angel”
Cindy Crawford
“Avatar” 2 & 3
“The Wiz” theater production
“Marvel Runaways”
“Transparent”
“Space Jam 2”
“This is Us”
“Sorry for Your Loss”
“Them: Covenant”
“The Unicorn”
“Why Women Kill”
“Just Roll with It”
Hello Kitty: Universal, Dodgers, F1
“Coop & Cami”
“The Big Show Show”
“NCIS LA”
& many more
Costume Designer, Wardrobe Stylist, Graphic Design/CAD
Freelance · 2011 – Present
- Styled wardrobe and curated glamorous, fashion-forward looks for photoshoots, digital content, and ad campaigns — building character and visual narrative through every outfit.
- Designed and patterned original costumes and apparel for independent labels, productions, and live performances.
Credits Include
Prenuvo Commercial Series — Costume Designer & Wardrobe Lead, 2024
Tarah Jane Collection — CAD & Line Sheet Designer, 2023
T.B.D. Logo — Graphic Designer, 2023
Bar S Hotdog Commercial — Set Costumer, 2023
Balt Getty / MONKPUNK — CAD & Graphic Designer, 2020–22
“Step Aside” — Graphic Designer, 2022
“Back in the Day” — Film Deck Designer, 2022
“Cabin Fever” Music Video — Set Tailor, 2020
“Find My Daughter” (Lifetime) — Costume Design Assistant, 2018
Warp Zone — Costume Designer, 2018–23
SMOSH “EBE PE,” “Class Clown,” “EBE Junior High” — Costume Designer, 2018
SMOSH “Valentines” & “HTBAM2018” — Head Stylist, 2018
Disney's Club Mickey Mouse Summer Special — Head Stylist/Shopper, 2018
Disney Styles Digital Media — Head Stylist, 2018
Disney's Club Mickey Mouse Holiday Special — Stylist/Shopper, 2017
SMOSH “Justice League” — Wardrobe Supervisor, 2017
“The Guest Book” — Costume Designer/Seamstress, 2017
“Before You” — Costumer/Set Seamstress, 2017
Walgreens Commercial — On-Set Seamstress/Costume Assistant, 2016
“Browse” — On-Set Seamstress, 2016
Nickelodeon “Crashlettes” — Set Costumer, 2016
Lauren Kasmer Art Galleries — Seamstress/Gallery Installation, 2015–18
Dream World Cirque — Costume Designer/Pattern Maker/Seamstress, 2015
“Vigilante Diaries” — Costume Assistant, 2015
Huntress NY — Pattern Drafter/Sample Maker, 2015–18
EMIL Couture — Seamstress & Rhinestoner, 2015–18
FIDM Debut — Fashion Designer/Pattern Maker/Seamstress, 2015
Ships Have Sailed “Drive” — Wardrobe Stylist, 2014
Music Fuse, Australia Ad — Wardrobe Stylist, 2012
Meekos & Me “Animals in My Room” — Costume Designer, 2012
Design Room Assistant
IAM+ by will.i.am · Feb 2016 – Oct 2018
- Developed CAD flats and built complete tech packs for apparel and accessory designs using Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.
- Created patterns and supported sample development from initial concept into production-ready garments.
- Produced digital and hand-drawn concept art to communicate stories and innovative ideas to the design team.
- Researched trends and built mood boards to inform seasonal design direction and artistic vision.
- Styled, organized, and supported fast-paced photo and video shoots, and contributed design ideas in production meetings.
Fashion Design & Sewing Instructor
The Unincorporated Life · 2016
- Taught students ages 6–16 the full apparel development process: brand identity, mood boarding, fabric and trim selection, pattern making, sewing, and a final runway presentation.
- Also taught perfume-making classes under the same format — identity, inspiration, fragrance content and understanding notes, and final bottle design.
Education
FIDM, Los Angeles, CA
Associate of Arts, Advanced Fashion Design · 2014 – 2015
- Selected as one of 11 students for this rigorous program; working for 9 months to design, pattern, and construct an original collection presented at the 3-day FIDM Debut Runway Show to an audience of over 10,000.
FIDM, Los Angeles, CA
Associate of Arts, Fashion Design · 2011 – 2013
- Coursework: Industry Pattern Drafting, Computer-Aided Fashion Design, Draping & Garment Construction, Computer Grading/Marking & Cutting, Industry Sewing, Marketing & Manufacturing, Fashion & Technical Flat Illustration.
Samantha Sneed
Designer • Seamstress • Stylist • Storyteller
Los Angeles, CA · (214) 907-2752 · whatchusneed@hotmail.com · linkedin.com/in/sksfashion · callmefoxy.com
Profile
Fashion designer, seamstress, and stylist with 15+ years of experience transforming abstract thoughts into wearable art — from initial concept illustration, all the way through to pattern development, garment construction, and final styling. Equally comfortable sketching collections, building screen-ready costumes, developing tech packs, and crafting editorial looks, I live in the space where creativity and storytelling intersect. I find joy in solving creative problems, learning new skills, and turning ambitious ideas into thoughtful, well-crafted designs.
Core Skills
Sewing & Costume Construction
- Expert Sewing & Garment Construction
- Pattern Making & Draping
- Extensive Knowledge of Fabric Types & Behaviors
- Keen Eye for Details & Craftsmanship
Styling & Wardrobe Design
- Innovative & Unique Outfit Building
- Editorial, Glamour, & Campaign Styling
- Narrative-Driven Concept Development
- Trend Research & Mood Boarding
Fashion Design & Technical Development (Illustration & CAD)
- Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
- Artistic & Stylized Fashion Illustration (Traditional & Digital/Procreate)
- Tech Pack Development
- Concept Art & Storyboard Creation
Organization & Collaboration
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Quick, Observant, & Highly Adaptable
- Time Management Under Tight Deadlines
- Teaching & Curriculum Development
- Naturally Curious & Resourceful
Experience
Costume Builder / Stitcher
IATSE Local 705, Motion Picture Costumers · Oct 2017 – Present
- Construct intricate, screen-ready costumes across multiple productions, ensuring fit, durability, and continuity.
- Collaborate directly with costume designers and production teams to translate concept sketches into finished garments for TV, film, and commercial productions.
- Manage multiple concurrent builds and fittings while maintaining consistent quality and continuity through multi-season productions.
- Built concert and tour wardrobe for musicians including Lady Gaga, John Legend, Lionel Richie, P!nk, Post Malone, Doja Cat, No Doubt, and Karol G.
- Crafted custom pieces for high-profile productions and clients, including Dave Thomas, Colleen Atwood, Universal Studios, and many more.
- Hand sketched fashion illustrations for Tyra Banks' Model Land, translating verbal design descriptions into visual concept art.
Union Credits Include
“The Mandalorian and Grogu” (2024) · “Ahsoka” S1 (2022) · “The Mandalorian” S3 (2021–22) · “The Book of Boba Fett” S1 (2021) · “Star Trek: Picard” S2 (2020–21) · “Angelyne” S1, Peacock (2020) · Muto-Little Costume House, Multiple Projects (2018–present) · “Marvel Runaways,” Paramount (2019) · Dancing With the Stars Jr., CBS (2018)
Projects Include
Universal Studios Parks: FL & CA
Disney Parks
Lady Gaga: Vegas Enigma Show
T-Mobile: CEO Wardrobe
Maytag Commercial
“Legion”
“Timeless”
Colleen Atwood
Ruth Carter
Lady Gaga
John Legend
Lionel Richie
Post Malone
Jennifer Lopez
Kacey Musgraves
Lisa
Karol G
P!nk
CeeLo Green
Doja Cat
Camila Cabello
“SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run”
“Amazing Stories”
Model Land by Tyra Banks
“Strange Angel”
Cindy Crawford
“Avatar” 2 & 3
“The Wiz” theater production
“Marvel Runaways”
“Transparent”
“Space Jam 2”
“This is Us”
“Sorry for Your Loss”
“Them: Covenant”
“The Unicorn”
“Why Women Kill”
“Just Roll with It”
Hello Kitty: Universal, Dodgers, F1
“Coop & Cami”
“The Big Show Show”
“NCIS LA”
& many more
Costume Designer, Wardrobe Stylist, Graphic Design/CAD
Freelance · 2011 – Present
- Styled wardrobe and curated glamorous, fashion-forward looks for photoshoots, digital content, and ad campaigns — building character and visual narrative through every outfit.
- Designed and patterned original costumes and apparel for independent labels, productions, and live performances.
Credits Include
Prenuvo Commercial Series — Costume Designer & Wardrobe Lead, 2024
Tarah Jane Collection — CAD & Line Sheet Designer, 2023
T.B.D. Logo — Graphic Designer, 2023
Bar S Hotdog Commercial — Set Costumer, 2023
Balt Getty / MONKPUNK — CAD & Graphic Designer, 2020–22
“Step Aside” — Graphic Designer, 2022
“Back in the Day” — Film Deck Designer, 2022
“Cabin Fever” Music Video — Set Tailor, 2020
“Find My Daughter” (Lifetime) — Costume Design Assistant, 2018
Warp Zone — Costume Designer, 2018–23
SMOSH “EBE PE,” “Class Clown,” “EBE Junior High” — Costume Designer, 2018
SMOSH “Valentines” & “HTBAM2018” — Head Stylist, 2018
Disney's Club Mickey Mouse Summer Special — Head Stylist/Shopper, 2018
Disney Styles Digital Media — Head Stylist, 2018
Disney's Club Mickey Mouse Holiday Special — Stylist/Shopper, 2017
SMOSH “Justice League” — Wardrobe Supervisor, 2017
“The Guest Book” — Costume Designer/Seamstress, 2017
“Before You” — Costumer/Set Seamstress, 2017
Walgreens Commercial — On-Set Seamstress/Costume Assistant, 2016
“Browse” — On-Set Seamstress, 2016
Nickelodeon “Crashlettes” — Set Costumer, 2016
Lauren Kasmer Art Galleries — Seamstress/Gallery Installation, 2015–18
Dream World Cirque — Costume Designer/Pattern Maker/Seamstress, 2015
“Vigilante Diaries” — Costume Assistant, 2015
Huntress NY — Pattern Drafter/Sample Maker, 2015–18
EMIL Couture — Seamstress & Rhinestoner, 2015–18
FIDM Debut — Fashion Designer/Pattern Maker/Seamstress, 2015
Ships Have Sailed “Drive” — Wardrobe Stylist, 2014
Music Fuse, Australia Ad — Wardrobe Stylist, 2012
Meekos & Me “Animals in My Room” — Costume Designer, 2012
Design Room Assistant
IAM+ by will.i.am · Feb 2016 – Oct 2018
- Developed CAD flats and built complete tech packs for apparel and accessory designs using Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.
- Created patterns and supported sample development from initial concept into production-ready garments.
- Produced digital and hand-drawn concept art to communicate stories and innovative ideas to the design team.
- Researched trends and built mood boards to inform seasonal design direction and artistic vision.
- Styled, organized, and supported fast-paced photo and video shoots, and contributed design ideas in production meetings.
Fashion Design & Sewing Instructor
The Unincorporated Life · 2016
- Taught students ages 6–16 the full apparel development process: brand identity, mood boarding, fabric and trim selection, pattern making, sewing, and a final runway presentation.
- Also taught perfume-making classes under the same format — identity, inspiration, fragrance content and understanding notes, and final bottle design.
Education
FIDM, Los Angeles, CA
Associate of Arts, Advanced Fashion Design · 2014 – 2015
- Selected as one of 11 students for this rigorous program; working for 9 months to design, pattern, and construct an original collection presented at the 3-day FIDM Debut Runway Show to an audience of over 10,000.
FIDM, Los Angeles, CA
Associate of Arts, Fashion Design · 2011 – 2013
- Coursework: Industry Pattern Drafting, Computer-Aided Fashion Design, Draping & Garment Construction, Computer Grading/Marking & Cutting, Industry Sewing, Marketing & Manufacturing, Fashion & Technical Flat Illustration.