Nicky Nie

Based in London, willing to travel. Right to work in the UK

Junior costume maker - How to Train Your Dragon 2

(2025-11 - 2026-06)

• Worked within Pierrick Neuhaird's team on large scale fantasy and period costume production for principal male characters.
• Supported the development and finishing of additional costume pieces for other principal and supporting characters
• Strong focus on leather craftsmanship, including leather weaving, specialist hand stitching, and detailed finishing techniques
• Applied special stitch work and embroidery stitches to achieve design-specific period and fantasy detailing
• Constructed and finished a wide range of garments including tunics, trousers, waistcoats/vests, coats, and layered costume pieces
• Worked to high production standards with speed and accuracy close to senior maker level
• Experienced in translating design and cutter instructions into finished costume pieces for screen use

Trainee crowd costume alterations - The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power 3

(2025-03 - 2025-10)

• Assisted with construction, fitting, and finishing of complex fantasy costumes.
• Performed both hand and machine alterations to maintain design integrity and fit.
• Making costume pieces such as sashes, tunics, hats and accessories
• Supported large crowd dressing and coordinated quick turnarounds during filming days.
• Performed daily costume maintenance, repairs, and organisation of workroom stock.
• Collaborated with senior makers to meet production deadlines while maintaining high design standards.

Trainee crowd costume alterations - The Family Plan 2

(2024-11 - 2025-02)

• Performed detailed fit adjustments for modern wear, uniforms: taking in and letting out seams, darts, and waistbands; shortening hems and sleeves; and adjusting collars, cuffs, and shoulders
• Supported crowd dressing and on-set standby for costume adjustments.
• Maintained costume quality control, preparing and steaming garments for continuity and on-set readiness.
• Assisted with fittings, noted alterations, and ensured garments were production-ready.
• Carried out on-set standby duties and last-minute alterations under tight shooting schedules.

Principal Dresser - Stranger Things: The First Shadow | Phoenix Theatre, London - London

(2023-10 - 2025-01)

• Assisted with costume fittings, quick changes, and show maintenance for a large-scale stage production.
• Supported principal casts during tech rehearsals and live performances.
• Learnt and maintained dressing tracks for principal casts.
• Modified and recorded costume conditions daily to ensure continuity and quality.
• Responsible for costume maintenance and laundry calls between performances.
• Supported casts change

Costume maker - The British Museum: China's Hidden Century Exhibition

(2022-12 - 2023-01)

Responsible for character research, presentation, drawing, and costume making

Costume designer and maker - London Fashion Week 2023

(2023 - 2023)

Performance piece: Joan of Arc. Responsible for concept, costume design & making

Master of Arts - Costume design for performance - London College of Fashion (2022 - 2022)

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre design - The Central Academy of Drama, China (2009 - 2009)