ME.EXE

SITUATION

Me.exe was a collaborative, year-long short film project created by a team of 20 filmmakers. I joined as the Production Designer, working closely with the Director and Director of Photography (DP) to build the visual world of the story. From set design to wardrobe and every artistic detail in between

TASK

As the Production Designer, I was responsible for shaping the film’s aesthetic language

Wardrobe styling and costume sourcing

Set design and dressing key locations

Graphic design elements for props and visuals

Overall art direction, ensuring all design decisions aligned with the director's vision

ACTION TAKEN

Held creative development meetings with the Director and DP to understand the tone and visual goals

Sourced, designed, and organized wardrobe, working closely with actors to ensure character accuracy and comfort

Scouted and sourced set pieces like furniture and background elements to practically and aesthetically reflect the film’s narrative arc

Managed on-set art direction, ensuring continuity, styling, and mood stayed consistent across scenes

Collaborated with other departments (lighting, camera, etc.) to align production design with technical needs

Designed promotional materials such as the movie poster and title screen

RESULTS

Successfully contributed to the creation of a 20-minute original short film

Built a visually cohesive world that enhanced storytelling and tone

Helped maintain production flow on set through clear organization and preparation

The film was well-received within our university program and showcased at internal screenings

PERSONAL IMPACT

This project taught me the value of collaboration in its truest form. Working with a large team of filmmakers, I learned how to listen to different perspectives, adapt to challenges in real time, and contribute meaningfully to a shared creative vision. It pushed me to think beyond just aesthetics and really consider how every design choice supports the story and the characters.

I also gained a deeper understanding of how interconnected every department is. From lighting to wardrobe to set, everything needs to work together to create something that feels real and immersive. Being part of that process made me more confident in my creative voice and more intentional in how I approach storytelling through design. It was one of the most creatively fulfilling experiences I’ve had so far, and it reinforced how much I care about using visual design to help bring ideas to life.

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