BRANDON PT DAVIS

Resume / CV

Education, professional experience, and recognition

EDUCATION

Academic Foundation

MFA

University of California, Irvine

Drama [Scenic Design]

Thesis production: Company. Designed five realized productions including American Idiot, Parliament Square, and The Penelopiad.

BFA

Stephens College

Theatre Arts

Capstone: All My Sons. Received Apprenticeship Scholarship requiring 20+ weekly hours in scene shop, gaining practical training in construction, painting, and technical support.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Current Roles

Senior Scenic and Experiential Designer

Adaptive Design Services

2022–PRESENT

Collaborating on branded events, architectural visualizations, and immersive environments. Bringing theatrical storytelling techniques to experiential design, theme parks, and concept pitches.

Freelance Scenic Designer

Regional Theatres Nationwide

2012–PRESENT

130+ productions designed across major regional theatres. Specializing in musicals, contemporary drama, and large-scale theatrical productions requiring complex technical solutions.

Professor of Scenic Design

Various Institutions

2017–PRESENT

Teaching one or two courses each year. Passionate about mentoring the next generation of designers and helping others navigate the complex, rewarding path of a creative career.

HONORS & AFFILIATIONS

Professional Recognition

United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829

Union member for professional scenic, lighting, and costume designers. Upholding the highest standards of theatrical design and professional practice.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Tools & Expertise

Design Software

  • • Vectorworks Spotlight
  • • AutoCAD
  • • SketchUp Pro
  • • Twinmotion
  • • Adobe Creative Suite

Fabrication

  • • 3D Printing
  • • CNC Routing
  • • Laser Cutting
  • • Model Making
  • • Scenic Painting

Specializations

  • • Musicals
  • • Contemporary Drama
  • • Experiential Design
  • • Immersive Environments
  • • Technical Direction