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Hi, I’m Ciciley Hoffman, a costume designer who brings stories to life through wardrobe and styling for film, television, and live events. I love collaborating with directors, hair and makeup, and production teams to create authentic looks that match the tone and time period—from period drama to contemporary stories. My work spans shorts, features, music videos, and TV series, and I’ve had the pleasure of designing looks for a wide range of projects, including presentations of 1920s fashion for Beekeeper's Apprentice and numerous festival screenings. I’m passionate about storytelling through clothing and am always eager to explore new challenges and opportunities to push the boundaries of design.…Hi, I’m Ciciley Hoffman, a costume designer who brings stories to life through wardrobe and styling for film, television, and live events. I love collaborating with directors, hair and makeup, and production teams to create authentic looks that match the tone and time period—from period drama to contemporary stories. My work spans shorts, features, music videos, and TV series, and I’ve had the pleasure of designing looks for a wide range of projects, including presentations of 1920s fashion for Beekeeper's Apprentice and numerous festival screenings. I’m passionate about storytelling through clothing and am always eager to explore new challenges and opportunities to push the boundaries of design.

Ciciley Hoffman

Costume Designer, Wardrobe, Project Manager, +4

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Hi, I’m Ciciley Hoffman, a costume designer who brings stories to life through wardrobe and styling for film, television, and live events. I love collaborating with directors, hair and makeup, and production teams to create authentic looks that match the tone and time period—from period drama to contemporary stories. My work spans shorts, features, music videos, and TV series, and I’ve had the pleasure of designing looks for a wide range of projects, including presentations of 1920s fashion for Beekeeper's Apprentice and numerous festival screenings. I’m passionate about storytelling through clothing and am always eager to explore new challenges and opportunities to push the boundaries of design.…Hi, I’m Ciciley Hoffman, a costume designer who brings stories to life through wardrobe and styling for film, television, and live events. I love collaborating with directors, hair and makeup, and production teams to create authentic looks that match the tone and time period—from period drama to contemporary stories. My work spans shorts, features, music videos, and TV series, and I’ve had the pleasure of designing looks for a wide range of projects, including presentations of 1920s fashion for Beekeeper's Apprentice and numerous festival screenings. I’m passionate about storytelling through clothing and am always eager to explore new challenges and opportunities to push the boundaries of design.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Ciciley Hoffman, a costume designer who brings stories to life through wardrobe and styling for film, television, and live events. I love collaborating with directors, hair and makeup, and production teams to create authentic looks that match the tone and time period—from period drama to contemporary stories.

My work spans shorts, features, music videos, and TV series, and I’ve had the pleasure of designing looks for a wide range of projects, including presentations of 1920s fashion for Beekeeper’s Apprentice and numerous festival screenings. I’m passionate about storytelling through clothing and am always eager to explore new challenges and opportunities to push the boundaries of design.

Skills

Costume Design

Fashion Design

Experience Level

Costume Design

Expert

Fashion Design

Expert

Language

German

Intermediate

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Costume Designer at Self-Employed / Freelance

January 1, 2012 - Present

Costume design and wardrobe styling for films, advertisements, artists, videos, and clients. Managed all in-department finances, accounts receivable, and charting. Department head supervising 2–5 staff per project.

Executive & Personal Assistant at Andrew Krichels (Pilates studio)

January 1, 2006 - Present

Provide executive support; manage scheduling, student services, billing; website/newsletter support; site management; occasional household management and events.

Sales, Customer Service, and Design Associate at Emma's Flowers

February 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021

Handled internal and florist systems, order servicing, website management, and floral/plant design. COVID lockdown essential position.

House Manager / Chief-of-Staff / Personal Assistant at Confidential High Profile Client

March 1, 2012 - May 1, 2019

House management of primary residence; lead five-acre property care; renovation coordination and maintenance; supported family management team including security, touring, PR, fan administration, accounting, and transportation; planned events and travel.

Executive & Personal Assistant at Lotos Nile PR / Kristin Black

April 1, 2010 - June 1, 2011

Assisted in creating marketing plans; focus on fan data, database integrity, strategy and retail; supported research and outreach across media; authored and analyzed advertising material; provided costume & wardrobe styling for select clients; assisted CEO scheduling.

Personal & Executive Assistant at Confidential Client

July 1, 2008 - April 1, 2010

House/office management; chief-of-staff for personal and business affairs; coordinated philanthropic endeavors; project management; wardrobe styling; travel planning.

P/T Executive & Personal Assistant at BOPSTAR PR/ M.L. Arsenault

September 1, 2007 - July 1, 2008

Supported client relations; celebrity interactions; publicity needs; compiled press kits; edited press releases; assisted CEO.

Personal Assistant at Jack White and Karen Elson

January 1, 2006 - September 1, 2007

Chief-of-staff; house and property manager; supported photo and video shoots, appearances, studio time; relocation and renovations; travel arrangements.

Personal & Executive Assistant at Colour Corps/ Keith Lightsey

May 1, 1999 - December 1, 2005

Aided CEO in color and material selections; client relations; general admin; personal affairs.

Costume Designer at The Gas Queen (short) – production

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Costume design and wardrobe coordination for the short film.

Costume Designer at Undo

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Costume design and wardrobe coordination for a 2025 short film.

Costume Designer at Reveille (proof of concept)

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Costume design for concept piece; wardrobe planning and fittings.