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I’m Isla Campbell, a multidisciplinary maker with well over a decade of experience in scenic painting, props, costume, and millinery for theatre, film, television, live events, and large-scale installations. I’m skilled in paint and finish, precision masking, surface preparation, fabrication, and complex form work, with additional expertise in costume design, headdresses, accessories, and prop making. Running my own millinery and costume business has honed my abilities across all stages of production, including design, fabrication, workflow management, material sourcing, and team collaboration. Adaptable, reliable, and calm under pressure, I thrive in fast-paced, creative environments and enjoy taking on projects that challenge my technical and artistic skills.
Two-paragraph, friendly tone bio reflecting a career across scenic painting, props, costume and millinery for theatre, film, TV, and immersive events, with leadership and production management experience.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Lead Decor Team at Blenheim Castle Light Shows (Freemans Productions)
October 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025Halloween and Christmas installations, managing a small team and delivering large-scale decorative finishes.
Lead Scenic at Pokémon Experience, Westfield Forum des Halles, Paris (Xquisite Productions)
September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Faux stone, brickwork, wood graining, and slate tile finishes.
Craft Workshop Lead at Spotify Staff Party (InSync Events)
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Designed and ran interactive crafting workshops for attendees.
Floral Arch Production and Installation at The Ivy
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025Fabrication and installation of large floral arches and related decorative elements.
Mass Production of Fabric Hoods / Scenic Painter / Set Dresser at Rebel Moon Immersive Event (Swamp Ltd)
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024Fabric hoods production and multiple scenic finishes for immersive event.
Scenic Painter at Dove GST Commercial (Rattling Stick)
March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024Faux finishes and paint work on props for commercial.
Scenic Painter at Gangs of London (Sky Studios)
March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024Scenic painting for TV production.
Scenic Painter at Illusion DC Productions (Disney projects, various)
September 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024Scenic painting across multiple projects including Disney.
Scenic Painter at BBC
November 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023We Might Regret This – scenic painting for TV.
Scenic Painter at Cirque Le Soir Halloween immersive event
October 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023Faux brickwork, marble, and damp textures for immersive event.
Headdress / Crown Commission at Snap Gubbins (Short Film, Royal Society of Arts)
September 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023Headdresses and crowns for short film.
Deputy Lead Scenic Painter at Boomtown Festival, Copper County area
August 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023Team management and multiple finishes on faux walls, doors, sculptures, and entire buildings.
Prop Maker at Extraordinary (Netflix)
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 202374 CNC-carved, silicone-molded, resin/plaster cast sculptures with varied finishes.
Costume Designer/Maker at The Greatest Night of the Jazz Age (Immersive dining theatre)
December 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023Designed and produced costumes for performers, band, and FOH staff.
Prop Maker at Good Grief (Netflix)
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022Floral sculpting and set dressing.
Scenic Painter / Prop Maker at Beavertown Beer, Flat Iron Square (Halloween Event)
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022Melted/moulded plastics, poly carving, and set dressing.
Scenic Painter at Three Little Birds (ITV)
September 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022Faux metal, rust, concrete, brickwork, and other surface finishes.
Studio Assistant / Set Dresser at TikTok Advertisement
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022Studio support and set dressing for ad production.
Scenic Painter at Riot Games, PlumRed (Immersive Video Game)
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022Scenic painting for immersive game environment.
Prop Maker / Set Dresser at Sky / Westfield Shopping Centre (Family Ltd)
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022Created Stranger Things-inspired vines for retail display.
Scenic Painter – Commonwealth Games at Create 180 (Televised Event)
May 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022Precision sanding, masking, and enamel painting of CNC-milled pin badges.
Mural Painter at Bat and Ball, Westfield Shopping Centre
April 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022Large-scale skeleton and game-themed murals.
Scenic Painter / Set Dresser at London International Horse Show, Excel Centre
December 1, 2021 - PresentScenic painting and set dressing for show.
Scenic Painter – Fender Guitar (TV Commercial) at Fender
November 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021Textured finishes and faux stonework.
Scenic Painter / Prop Maker / Set Dresser at Rule One Productions (Commercials, Retail displays, Events)
October 1, 2021 - PresentPainting, sculpting, dyeing, carpentry, and set dressing for multiple clients.
Textured Finishes at Plonk Golf (Themed Mini-Golf Company)
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021Silicone molding, casting, and painting.
Scenic Painter (Unofficial Lead) at Hard Cell (Netflix)
July 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021Basic painting, texturing, ageing, distressing, faux brickwork.
Prop Maker at My Name is Leon (BBC)
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2021Re-carving and painting action figures.
Prop Maker at The Baby (BBC)
February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021Reupholstering items for a 1970s aesthetic.
Scenic Painter / Props at JD Sports (Commercial)
September 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020Carving, painting, texturing, and glittering large-scale props.
Dresser at War Horse (New London Theatre)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Dresser for stage production.
Drapery Department at X-Men (Pinewood Studios)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Drapery department work for film production.
Scenic Painting / Wallpapering at More Magazine (Photo Shoot)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Scenic painting and wallpapering for shoots.
Floral Arch Production and Installation at The Ivy, London
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025Production and installation of large floral arches.
Scenic Painter at Illusion DC Productions (Disney projects)
September 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024Scenic painting on various projects including Disney.
Scenic Painter – Fender Guitar (TV Commercial)
November 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021Textured finishes and faux stonework for guitar-themed commercial.
Headdresses, props and costumes at Red Palace, Divine Proportions (Vaults Theatre)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 20212019–2021 highlights across multiple productions.
Scenic painting, props, and headdresses at Made Up Ltd., BBC Radio Festivals, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (Pleasance Theatre), JW3, London Quest Company
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2018Various scenic painting and prop-making roles across multiple theatres and festivals.
Education
MA Costume Design for Performance at London College of Fashion
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013HNC Millinery [Distinction] at Kensington and Chelsea College
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011BA Fine Art [2:1] at University of East London
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010Half BMus in Classical Vocal Performance (Vocal Scholarship) at Trinity College of Music
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006MA Costume Design for Performance at London College of Fashion
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013HNC Millinery [Distinction] at Kensington and Chelsea College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011BA Fine Art [2:1] at University of East London
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010Half BMus in Classical Vocal Performance at Trinity College of Music
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006A-Levels: Music [A], Mathematics [B], Art [C] at Maidstone Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026GCSEs (10): Including Music [A*], Mathematics [A], Textiles [A], English Language [A], English Literature [A] at Invicta Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Qualifications
Hat Design Award
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Vocal Grade 8 (ABRSM)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Viola Grade 8 (ABRSM)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Piano Grade 7 (ABRSM)
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Hat Design Award
January 1, 2011 - June 16, 2026ABRSM Examinations: Vocal Grade 8
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026ABRSM Examinations: Viola Grade 8
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026ABRSM Examinations: Piano Grade 7
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026ABRSM Examinations: Violin Grade 7
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026ABRSM Examinations: Practical Musicianship Grade 8
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail
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