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Margarida Parreira

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Hi, I’m Margarida Parreira, a Wardrobe Operations Leader with 14 years of international experience managing departments for large-scale resident productions.

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Hi, I’m Margarida Parreira, a Wardrobe Operations Leader with 14 years of international experience managing departments for large-scale resident productions. I’m driven by rigorous planning, clear protocols, and practical methods that deliver consistent, high-quality technical output in demanding performance environments. I’ve led wardrobe departments through show creation and long-running productions for Cirque du Soleil, Dragone, and MGM, always balancing artistic vision with durability and budget.

I specialize in building the operational infrastructure that supports creative intent: developing procedures, training leaders, and nurturing vendor networks to sustain complex production schedules. I’m passionate about departmental development, from establishing daily workflows to mentoring teams to meet the exacting standards of a live show.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined June 2026

Languages

  • PortugueseFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianAdvanced
  • ItalianBeginner
  • FrenchBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 7 roles

Head of Wardrobe - Creation (Ludo) · Cirque du SoleilFeb 2025 – Nov 2025 · 10 mos

Directed the design and installation of the wardrobe workshop in Puerto Vallarta, building the facility from empty space to a fully functional production hub. Recruited and trained a team of 16 staff; established departmental culture, training protocols, and maintenance standards. Translated artistic concepts into stage-ready garments in partnership with creative and production teams, balancing vision, durability, and show longevity. Authored foundational wardrobe handbooks and workflows for daily runs, quick-changes, and costume longevity; aligned with show schedules.

Head of Wardrobe · Cirque du Soleil / Vidanta - JoyaFeb 2022 – Jan 2025 · 3 yrs

Oversaw full-scope departmental operations for a resident production, managing a team of 10 and maintaining 100% show readiness. Implemented scalable operational protocols, optimized daily maintenance cycles, and localized procurement that reduced reliance on international logistics by 90% and secured regional vendor partnerships to improve lead times. Drove professional growth through targeted technical up-skilling, cultivating a team that takes ownership of their craft and consistently meets rigorous show standards.

Wardrobe Manager · MGM - Entertainment DivisionJun 2017 – Jun 2020 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Designed the workshop layout and infrastructure for the division, ensuring facilities supported both resident acrobatic shows and touring acts. Built the department from the ground up, overseeing the recruitment, hiring, and technical training of 14 staff to support a high-volume entertainment program. Managed the commissioning of all workshop machinery and technical inventory, ensuring assets met international safety and production standards. Established foundational operational frameworks, standardized maintenance protocols, and workflow processes, and ensured wardrobe operations were fully synchronized with the broader technical infrastructure.

Assistant Head of Wardrobe · Dragone - The House of Dancing WaterMay 2016 – May 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo
Head of Wardrobe · Dragone - TABOOAug 2015 – Mar 2016 · 8 mos
Wardrobe Technician · Dragone - TABOOMar 2013 – Aug 2015 · 2 yrs 6 mos
Costume & Production Assistant · Casa de PortugalJun 2012 – Jul 2013 · 1 yr 2 mos

Education

Industrial Design Degree · ESAD - College of Art and Design, Portugal2030 – 2026

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