Comet Chukwurah
Costume Designer in Features & TV Drama
After graduating from The London College of Fashion, my career took off as a junior fashion designer. However, my passion for styling for artists led me to the fascinating realm of television commercials. It was during this time that I discovered my affinity for character dressing, expanding my portfolio and honing my skills in creating costumes for features, television, and shorts. From comedy to period dramas, my experience in costume design has been diverse and multifaceted.
Throughout my journey, I have not only excelled in sourcing garments and fabrics but also showcased my talent as a designer and maker allowing me to bring my creative visions to life. This blend of skills sets me apart and enables me to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail in every project I undertake.
I take great pride in my ability to capture the essence of a character through clothing, meticulously curating wardrobes that enhance the narrative and bring authenticity to the screen. By collaborating closely with directors, producers, and cast, I ensure that the costumes align seamlessly with the overall vision of the production while also reflecting the nuances of each individual character.
My passion for costume design goes beyond the technical aspects; it is a true art form that allows me to delve into the psychology of characters, exploring their motivations and histories. By immersing myself in extensive research, I create costumes that not only adorn the actors but also contribute to their performances, enabling them to fully embody their roles.
As I continue to grow as a costume designer, I am excited to push boundaries, experiment with unconventional materials, and explore innovative techniques. I am eager to collaborate with a diverse range of creative professionals, to challenge myself creatively, and to contribute my unique perspective to the world of costume design.
I am confident that my skills, experience, and passion make me a valuable asset to any production, and I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to compelling storytelling through the art of costume design.
Selected credits
Features & TV Drama
| Date(s) | Prod Co | Title | Type | Director | Producer | Costume Designer | Role |
|
2023 |
THE NUMBER 44 |
A MOTHER FOR AN HOUR |
FEATURES |
GIGA AGLADZE |
BEN CHARLES EDWARDS |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
2023 |
GOLDFINCH |
HUSH NOW |
FEATURE |
BRAD WATSON |
BEN CHARLES EDWARDS |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
02-05/2023 |
HADRIAN PRODUCTIONS |
THE GORGE |
HETV |
SCOTT DERRICKSON |
C.ROBERT CARGILL |
ELLEN MIROJNIC |
BUYER |
|
01/2023 |
LITTLE FALLS |
THE QUIET PLACE 3 |
HETV |
MICAEL SARNOSKI |
|
BEX COXLEY |
FITTER |
|
10/2022 - 12/2022 |
A24 |
DREAMING WHILST BLACK |
HETV |
KOBI |
NICOLA GREGORY |
JODIE-SIMONE HOWE |
ASSISTANT DESIGNER |
|
04/2022 |
HIDDEN HEART PRODUCTIONS |
SNOW WHITE |
FEATURE |
MARC WEBB |
MARC PLATT |
SANDY POWELL |
CROWD COSTUMIER |
|
07/2022 |
FIREBALL FILMS LTD |
THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS |
FEATURE |
LOUIS LETTERRIER |
VIN DIESEL |
SANJA HAYES |
COSTUMIER |
|
08/2022 |
HOCUS POCUS |
THE WITCHER |
HETV |
BOLA OGUN |
SASHA HARRIS |
LUCINDA WRIGHT |
PRINCIPLE STANDBY |
|
07/2021 |
MARVEL |
SECRET INVASION |
HETV |
ALI SELIM |
JONATHAN SCHWARTZ |
CLARE ANDERSON |
ASSISTANT DESIGNER |
|
2018 |
|
THE HOST |
FEATURE |
ANDY NEWBERRY |
ZACHERY WECKSTEIN |
LOTTE NOORDEMEER |
ASSISTANT SET COSTUMIER |
|
10/2017 |
GOLDEN CRAB PRODUCTIONS |
RIDE BY |
FEATURE |
IAN DRAY |
ASLAM PARVEZ |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
02/2017 |
SHOREDITCH PICTURES |
THE WYNTERMAN |
SHORT |
BEN WICKS |
SARAH CULBERHOUSE |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
06/2016 |
MARVELWORTH PRODUCTIONS |
AAKE |
FEATURE |
CHAITANYA |
IAN DRAY |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
2015 |
MTA PRODUCTIONS |
THE T-BOY SHOW |
WEB |
QUAYSON MATTHEWS |
DEBRA ODUTUYO |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
COSTUME DESIGNER |
TV Commercials / Branded Content
| Prod Co / Agency | Brand / Title | Type | Director | Costume Designer | Role |
|
|
L'ORIENT |
BRANDED |
ARUN CHALOTRA |
COMET CHUKWURAH |
STYLIST / DESIGNER |
|
SOMESUCH |
HOTELS.COM |
TVC |
BRADFORD YOUNG |
JESSIE FELL |
ASSISTANT DESIGNER |
|
PULSE |
CENTRE PARCS |
TVC |
PHOEBE ARNSTEIN |
AMEENA CALLENDER |
ASSISTANT DESIGNER |
|
BARE FILMS |
CENTRUM |
TVC |
BETSAN MORRIS EVANS |
|
DESIGNER |
|
BROTHERS AND SISTERS |
SKY-GO |
TVC |
SAM WASHINGTON |
|
DESIGNER |
|
BARE FILMS |
ALDI |
TVC |
JOE BULLMAN |
|
DESIGNER |
|
BLACKJACK |
RSPCA |
BRANDED CONTENT |
|
|
DESIGNER |
|
OUTSIDER |
TESCO |
TVC |
BEN SEDLEY |
LUCY HAGAN |
COSTUME SUPERVISOR |
|
HLA |
WILTSHIRE FARM FOODS |
TVC |
ADAM JOHNSON |
LUCY HAGAN |
COSTUME SUPERVISOR |
|
KNUCKLEHEAD |
VIRGIN MEDIA |
TVC |
MACEO FROST |
MEL MILDMAY-WHITE |
ASSISTANT |
|
2AM |
GUINNESS GOLD |
TVC |
STEVE COPE |
KATE FORBES |
ASSISTANT |
|
CHERRY FILMS |
LEVIS |
TVC |
JAKE NAVA |
KATE FORBES |
ASSISTANT |
|
CHEIF |
CSL |
TVC |
CHRIS COTTAM |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
ALBION |
WONGA |
TVC |
|
|
WARDROBE ASSISTANT |
|
MJZ |
DORITOS |
TVC |
DAVID SHANE |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
KNUCKLEHEAD |
STARBURST |
TVC |
TOM KUNTZ |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
IPC IGNITE |
WELLA |
BRANDED CONTENT |
PAUL HUNTER |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
2AM |
ACTIVIA |
TVC |
MIRANDER BOWEN |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
BLINK |
DVLA |
TVC |
|
|
ASSISTANT |
|
GORGEOUS |
SKY SPORTS |
TVC |
CHRIS PALMER |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
BROTHERS & SISTERS |
SKY |
TVC |
SAM WASHINGTON |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
STINK |
STELLA ARTOIS |
TVC |
AUGUSTIN ALBERDI |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
RATTLING STICK |
SPECSAVERS |
TVC |
SARA DUNLOP |
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
SMUGGLER |
SKY 3D |
TVC |
RANDY KRALLMAN |
MR GAMMON |
STANDBY |
|
ALYSON JONES |
INTERCASINO |
BRANDED CONTENT |
|
ALYSON JONES |
STANDBY |
Shorts & Personal Projects
| Prod Co | Title | Director | Producer | Costume Designer | Role |
|
|
MEMENTO MORI |
SCOTT BASSETT |
PIER WILKIE |
MATTHEW PRICE |
COSTUME SUPERVISOR |
|
BOTTLEROCKET |
IRIS ECHO |
TED WILKES |
TRISTAN GIFF |
LINDA HAYSMAN |
COSTUME SUPERVISOR |
|
SHOREDITCH PICTURES |
RED LIGHT |
BEN WICKS |
SARAH CULVERHOUSE |
|
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
FULL MEASURE FILMS |
BACK TO LIFE |
FRANCIS ANNAN |
|
|
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
FULL MEASURE FILMS |
CECILIA |
FRANCIS ANNAN |
|
|
COSTUME DESIGNER |
|
HUT V LTD |
RESONANCE |
COLIN TEAGUE |
|
MR GAMMON |
ASSISTANT |
|
ROKKIT |
LIFE ON MARS |
BJOERN RUEHMANN |
JO PHIPPS |
MR GAMMON |
COSTUME SUPERVISOR |
Directors Worked with
- Koby Adom
- Micael Sarnoski
- Scott Derrickson
- Tricia Brock.
Education
- MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY - BA Hons Womenswear Fashion Design
- LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION - BA Hons Womenswear Designer Pattern Cutting
- LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION - B-tec Nat Fashion Design
Genres Worked in
- fashion
- beauty
- food
- communication
- finance.
Celebrities Worked with
- Samuel L Jackson
- Eric Cantona
- Ant and Dec
- Martine McCutcheon
- Aiden Turner
- Charles Dance
- Nikki Amuka-Bird
- Joseph Millson
- Joel Fry
Technical Skills
- Microsoft word - Intermediate
- Microsoft Powerpoint - Basic
- Microsoft Excel - Intermediate
- Adobe Photoshop - Intermediate
Additional Skills
- Fabric sourcing
- Trend analysis + forecasting
- Product development
- Making and altering patterns from block and stand
- Adjusting/finishing showpieces and assisting with their production
- Garment alteration and sampling prototypes
- Hand sampling embellishment for production
- Sourcing inspiration research and development for collections
- Sketching garments from stand/model fittings and translating to flats technical drawings.