Courtney Verwold
Warehouse & Production Operator
15years of work
4years leading teams
4.6years average tenure
5years at Soldier Boy Movies
Overview
Production-focused professional with experience coordinating VFX and film production activities, including creative roles such as set/costume design, wardrobe purchasing, and stage technical support. Also has hands-on creative tool familiarity (editing and productivity tools) and prior experience running an e-commerce boutique and merchandising in retail. Background includes a BFA focused on Theatre & Film Production and Design with set design and film studies.
Timeline
Owner/Operator
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Middle
Soldier Boy Movies
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Full-Time
Managed day-to-day operations for an independent film production business. Coordinated production planning and collaboration across creative contributors and production needs. Oversaw execution details to support delivery of film-related projects.
VFX Dept. Production Coordinator
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Middle
DNEG
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Full-Time
Coordinated production activities for VFX department projects, supporting planning and delivery across the production workflow. Worked with internal teams and external stakeholders to keep projects moving through production stages. Focused on smooth execution of production tasks in a feature-film VFX environment.
Stage Technician
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Middle
The Chan Centre for Performing Arts
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Full-Time
Provided technical support for stage operations during performing arts events. Assisted with setup and hands-on technical work required to support performances. Collaborated with production teams to help ensure operational readiness for live events.
Visual Merchandiser
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Middle
American Apparel
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Full-Time
Managed store visual presentation and merchandising activities. Coordinated display setup and visual standards to support in-store presentation. Worked to keep product displays organized and aligned with merchandising needs.
Owner/Operator (e-Commerce)
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Middle
Goldifox Online Boutique
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Full-Time
Owned and operated an e-commerce boutique, handling day-to-day business operations. Managed online retail activities and maintained the store’s operational workflow. Oversaw aspects of running the boutique through the period listed.
Jewelry Production Assistant (Wax Casting)
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Middle
Pyrrha
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Full-Time
Supported jewelry production processes related to wax casting. Assisted with hands-on production tasks in the manufacturing workflow. Helped contribute to product preparation for the next production stages.
Dresser
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Middle
Ace Production
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Full-Time
Assisted with on-set or production dressing tasks for a show run. Supported organization and setup of dressed elements required for production continuity. Collaborated with other dressers and production staff to support smooth day-to-day operations.
On-Set Dresser
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Middle
Ace Production
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Full-Time
Assisted with on-set dressing during a show run production. Supported preparation of set areas and coordinated dressing tasks required for daily shooting or performances. Worked within the production team to help maintain readiness and continuity needs.
Production Designer / Costume Designer / Producer
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Middle
Hammer and Tong Productions
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Full-Time
Led creative production responsibilities across set/costume design and producer duties for a film project connected to VAFF MAMM. Coordinated design and production elements to support the project’s overall direction. Supported the project through production execution in collaboration with the creative team.
Project/Production Manager
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Lead
Mega McGrath
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Full-Time
Managed aspects of a production tied to an interior design overhaul for The Diamond. Coordinated project details with involved parties to support planning and execution. Focused on keeping delivery moving from pre-production through on-site completion.
Wardrobe Buyer
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Middle
Love Guaranteed Productions
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Full-Time
Supported wardrobe purchasing and acquisition needs for a film production. Helped ensure the wardrobe requirements for the project were met through procurement-related tasks. Coordinated with production and creative teams to support on-set wardrobe readiness.
Mural Painting Assistant
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Middle
Mega McGrath
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Full-Time
Assisted with painting work for a mural project connected to The Diamond. Supported on-site preparation and completion of painted elements as part of a larger team. Contributed to delivering the final artwork on schedule for the commissioned installation.
Mural Painting Assistant
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Middle
Tierney Milne
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Full-Time
Assisted with mural painting work for Vancouver mural events and related commissioned artwork. Supported preparation and on-site painting activities for large public art installations. Worked as part of a creative team to meet project timelines and on-site requirements.
Technical skills
Design
Adobe Premiere Pro
DaVinci Resolve
Job preferences
- Work permits
- Canada
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