Art Director and Production Designer based in Los Angeles, experienced in translating scripts and creative briefs into compelling visual worlds for film, television, commercials, and live events. I lead visual development from concept through final execution, while building cohesive mood boards, palettes, and design presentations that hold up on set. I’m hands-on with art department workflows, including set design, set dressing, prop sourcing and fabrication, and on-set styling. With a strong production mindset, I manage schedules, budgets, vendors, and safety while overseeing installation and strike for complex environments.

Nrsringa-Devi Breathwaite

Art Director and Production Designer based in Los Angeles, experienced in translating scripts and creative briefs into compelling visual worlds for film, television, commercials, and live events. I lead visual development from concept through final execution, while building cohesive mood boards, palettes, and design presentations that hold up on set. I’m hands-on with art department workflows, including set design, set dressing, prop sourcing and fabrication, and on-set styling. With a strong production mindset, I manage schedules, budgets, vendors, and safety while overseeing installation and strike for complex environments.

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Art Director and Production Designer based in Los Angeles, experienced in translating scripts and creative briefs into compelling visual worlds for film, television, commercials, and live events. I lead visual development from concept through final execution, while building cohesive mood boards, palettes, and design presentations that hold up on set.

I’m hands-on with art department workflows, including set design, set dressing, prop sourcing and fabrication, and on-set styling. With a strong production mindset, I manage schedules, budgets, vendors, and safety while overseeing installation and strike for complex environments.

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Work Experience

Art Director and Production Designer (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead visual development for film, commercial, and television productions from concept through final execution. Translate scripts and briefs into visual narratives using mood boards, color palettes, and design presentations. Direct art department workflows including set design, set dressing, prop sourcing, fabrication, and on-set styling. Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and timelines while balancing creative and production constraints. Oversee installation, strike, and execution of complex environments with a focus on safety and design quality.
Production Designer (Freelance) / Designer & Scenic Crew
January 1, 2025 - Present
Develops palettes and conducts research for major productions. Serves as the key liaison between concept and build, assists with technical drawings, and oversees scenic fabrication including prop fabrication, scenic painting, furniture reupholstery, and construction builds. Directs assembly/strike/safety for complex sets while maintaining design intent from start to finish. Works across film, theatre, and branded content, handling on-set styling and set dressing, and supporting producers through camera-conscious design, vendor sourcing, and production logistics.
Stage Technician & Production Assistant at PRAX Center for the Creative Arts
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Assisted in designing and programming the ETC ION lighting board for exhibitions and provided technical support for shows. Contributed to visual setups and set dressing for professional companies and international artists. Primary technical point of contact for show cues, safety, and artist logistics. Facilitated heavy load-in/load-out strikes involving rigging and counterweight fly systems.
Designer and Scenic Crew at Oregon State University, Theatre Arts
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Served as a core associate to the Head Designer, developing palettes and research for major productions. Produced technical drawings for sets to bridge concept and build phases. Spearheaded prop fabrication, scenic painting, furniture reupholstery, and construction builds.
Stage Technician and Production Assistant at PRAx Center for the Creative Arts
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Supported planning and execution of live productions, exhibitions, and special events. Assisted with lighting, stage setup, scenic installation, and technical operations. Coordinated production logistics and event setup across pre-production and live performances.
Creative Director and COO at Demolition-Workshop Co.
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Directed creative strategy and visual storytelling across digital campaigns, photography, apparel, and video content. Managed timelines, budgets, vendor negotiations, and creative resources across concurrent projects. Oversaw location scouting, styling, casting, and final visual execution for cohesive brand experiences.
Creative Director & Chief Operating Officer / Production / Co-Creative Director at Demolition-Workshop Co.
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Directed photo/video content and brand identity from concept through final delivery. Managed production budgets, project timelines, and vendor relationships; coordinated location scouting, styling, and model casting to ensure a cohesive visual narrative. Designed marketing and apparel assets while managing cross-functional teams. Translated scripts into cohesive visual environments using research, mood boards, and design development. Executed set builds, sourced and dressed elements, and planned spatial layouts while maintaining budget and production timelines. Collaborated with directors, cinematographers, and producers to support visual storytelling across film, web/vertical series, commercial, and live-event productions; led art department workflows through pre-production, shoot, wrap, and strike.

Education

Associate Member of SDSA Bachelor of Science: Design Innovation Management (Scenic Design - Theatre Arts specialization) at Oregon State University
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science, Design Innovation Management (Specialization: Scenic Design, Theatre Arts) at Oregon State University
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025

Qualifications

Set Decorators Society of America (SDSA) - Associate Member
January 1, 2025 - July 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services