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at a high level, which makes the show feel collaborative and rewarding. RC: This is not the typical type of show which I would pick up on my own and watch, so having found it because I work on it is a treat. It's extraordinarily written and has such a rabid fanbase, I'm glad to see that it has made an impact. I really like that it addresses issues that healthcare staff and workers are faced with every day. Those are stories we often don't hear about. LC: It's really cool to be a part of a show that is both a pleasure to work on and beloved by viewers. We have an amazing crew and I love coming to work every day, and it's really special that a show that has carved out such a now-unique solid culture of work also resonates with the general public. SG: The camaraderie of the entire cast and crew. Creating a realistic, quality show that one can be proud of! GS: Working in California! After talking with the office crew and seeing the work they put in to make the process of fitting and aging as authentic as possible, much like the garment bagged clothes themselves, it was time to make my way into the hands of the production side of the Costume Department. Getting a better understanding of how something goes from a fitting photo to a living breathing character outfit. Can you outline for us the litany of responsibilities you have working for this show? JE: One of the unique features of this show is the large cast size that works on a daily basis. As a result, we have two Principal Trailer Costumers, myself, and Lauryn Terceira, to help share the workload and prevent any turnaround issues for the next day's work. As the Principal Trailer Costumer with the early shift, my responsibilities include taking photos for our design team of characters who are establishing, running a morning meeting with our set team to go over the day's work, and pulling the line for the next day. The other part of my job involves communicating with the costume office for wear notes on upcoming characters and managing logistics throughout the day between our ager/dyer and other departments, so all costumes arrive pre-aged to set and ready to work. Throughout the remainder of the day, Lauryn and I will work on wrapping and re-setting rooms and managing laundry. LT: If Jessi and I were a venn diagram, I'd be the paperwork and Jessi would be the people work. While Jessi pulls the line for the day and ensures new MOTIONPICTUREC O S T U M E R S .O R G 27 "The team of talented Costumers on The Pitt are, without exception, at the top of their game. Many have worked on shows with me for many years, and all are amazing at what they do. I am so very grateful to be able to collaborate with these exceptional professionals." —LYN PAOLO, COSTUME DESIGNER