Tess Cowie
About Tess Cowie
Tess Cowie serves as the Grandstand Show Production Services Coordinator at The Calgary Stampede, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in various roles within the Calgary theatre community, she has contributed to organizations such as Theatre Calgary and Vertigo Theatre Society.
Work at Calgary Stampede
Tess Cowie has been serving as the Grandstand Show Production Services Coordinator at The Calgary Stampede since 2021. In this role, she oversees various aspects of production services for the grandstand shows. Prior to this position, she worked as the Grandstand Show Assistant Production Services Coordinator from 2016 to 2019, where she assisted in coordinating production activities. Her experience at The Calgary Stampede spans a total of six years, contributing to the organization’s production capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Tess Cowie studied at Mount Royal University, where she earned a Theatre Arts Diploma in Technical Theatre from 2010 to 2013. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in various technical aspects of theater production. Additionally, her work experience includes roles such as Scenic Artist and Theatre Technician, showcasing her expertise in scenic design and technical operations within the theater industry.
Background in Theatre Production
Tess Cowie's background in theatre production includes extensive experience across multiple organizations in Calgary. She has worked as a Scenic Artist at Theatre Calgary and Alberta Theatre Projects, and has held various roles at Theatre Calgary, including Assistant Head of Props and Props Builder. Her involvement in different capacities, such as Stage Carp Running Crew and Assistant Stage Manager, highlights her versatility and commitment to the field of theatre.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Tess Cowie has accumulated a diverse range of professional experiences in the theatre sector. She has worked at Vertigo Theatre Society as a Scenic Artist and served as Project Manager at Lunchbox Theatre for a brief period in 2020. Her roles have varied from technical positions to management, reflecting her adaptability and comprehensive understanding of theatre production processes.
Career Timeline
Tess Cowie's career timeline illustrates her steady progression in the theatre industry. She began her journey as a Theatre Technician in 2012 at Theatre Calgary and has continued to build her career there for over a decade. Her roles have evolved from Assistant Stage Manager to Props Builder and Scenic Artist, demonstrating her growth and sustained involvement in the arts community in Calgary.