I am Dimitra Zigaris, born in 1991 in Athens, Greece. I studied Sculpture at the Athens School of Fine Arts from 2012 to 2019, completing both my BA and MA. Throughout my career, I have actively participated in numerous group exhibitions in Greece and abroad, contributing artworks and curatorial projects that reflect my passion for visual arts and sculptural practices. In addition to my fine arts background, I have extensive experience working in the theater and film industry, primarily as an Assistant Art Director, Art Director, and Costume Designer, collaborating on plays, films, TV series, and exhibitions across Greece and internationally. My work spans practical theatre, assistant directing, and creative visual design, combining my artistic talents with production skills to deliver compelling artistic projects.

Dimitra Zigaris

I am Dimitra Zigaris, born in 1991 in Athens, Greece. I studied Sculpture at the Athens School of Fine Arts from 2012 to 2019, completing both my BA and MA. Throughout my career, I have actively participated in numerous group exhibitions in Greece and abroad, contributing artworks and curatorial projects that reflect my passion for visual arts and sculptural practices. In addition to my fine arts background, I have extensive experience working in the theater and film industry, primarily as an Assistant Art Director, Art Director, and Costume Designer, collaborating on plays, films, TV series, and exhibitions across Greece and internationally. My work spans practical theatre, assistant directing, and creative visual design, combining my artistic talents with production skills to deliver compelling artistic projects.

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I am Dimitra Zigaris, born in 1991 in Athens, Greece. I studied Sculpture at the Athens School of Fine Arts from 2012 to 2019, completing both my BA and MA. Throughout my career, I have actively participated in numerous group exhibitions in Greece and abroad, contributing artworks and curatorial projects that reflect my passion for visual arts and sculptural practices.

In addition to my fine arts background, I have extensive experience working in the theater and film industry, primarily as an Assistant Art Director, Art Director, and Costume Designer, collaborating on plays, films, TV series, and exhibitions across Greece and internationally. My work spans practical theatre, assistant directing, and creative visual design, combining my artistic talents with production skills to deliver compelling artistic projects.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Advanced
Russian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Assistant Art Director at Short film 'Αμπάριζα για Απόδραση' by Elena Dimitrakopoulou
December 31, 2011 - August 5, 2025
Assisted art direction for the short film, supporting the visual concept and set design.
Painter of Theatrical Scenery at Play '1984' by George Orwell, Katerina Vasilakou Theater
December 31, 2016 - August 5, 2025
Painted theatrical scenery for the play, contributing to the visual environment on stage.
Conservator of Theatrical Scenery at Play '1984' by George Orwell
December 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025
Maintained and conserved theatrical scenery throughout the production.
Assistant Art Director & Assistant Costume Designer at Feature film 'Holly Boom' Directed by Maria Lafi
December 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025
Supported art direction and costume design during film production.
Curatorial Organizer at Group Exhibition 'Power Structures Hidden Borders', Venice Biennale Collateral Event
December 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025
Curated and organized a group exhibition in the context of the Venice Biennale.
Assistant Art Director at TV series 'Για πάντα παιδιά' Directed by Vasilis Kehagias
December 31, 2019 - August 5, 2025
Assisted in art direction for the TV series production.
Assistant Art Director at Feature film 'Pack of Sheeps' Directed by Dimitris Kanellopoulos
December 31, 2019 - August 5, 2025
Supported art direction for the feature film shot in Athens and Tripoli.
Assistant Art Director at TV series 'Το καφέ της Χαράς' Directed by Takis Michael
December 31, 2020 - August 5, 2025
Assisted the art director in the production of the TV series.
Art Director at Play 'This is not Romeo and Juliet' Directed by Argyris Pandazaras
December 31, 2020 - August 5, 2025
Led art direction for the theatrical play at Poreia Theater in Athens.
Assistant Art Director / Assistant Set Designer at Documentary 'Heroes' directed by Agnes Sklavou & Stelios Tatakis
December 31, 2021 - August 5, 2025
Supported art direction and set design for documentary production.
Costume and Wardrobe Dresser at TV series 'Ασε μας ρε μαμά' directed by Pierros Andrakakos
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Managed costume and wardrobe dressing for the TV series production.
Assistant Art Director / Assistant Set Designer at 2022 Yamaha Motor India Advertisement
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Assisted art direction and set design in the production of a commercial advertisement.
Assistant Costume Designer at TV series Directed by Manousos Manousakis
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Supported costume design in TV series production.
Artist at Official music video ZOI – SIDARTA
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Created art installation featured in the official music video clip.
Assistant Costume Designer at TV series ‘Η μάγισσα’ Directed by Lefteris Charitos
December 31, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Assisted costume design for the TV series.
Assistant Art Director / Assistant Set Designer at David Greigs theatrical play ‘Charlie and the chocolate factory’ directed by George Valaris
January 1, 2024 - Present
Provided assistance with art direction and set design for the play at Embassy Theater in Athens.

Education

BA & MA Sculpture Studies at Athens School of Fine Arts
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2019

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Other