COSTUME DESIGNER

I’D GO BACK

Producer, costume designer, set decorator, even music coordinator, Melva has done it all over the course of the past 35 years. Though originally from Southern California, she didn’t really get her start in the business until she moved to Orlando in the 1990s.  
               
Like many others, she eventually moved to the greener pastures in Atlanta, and with that perspective, Melva had a lot to say about the film incentives in Georgia and the lack of same in Florida.  
    
She was a pioneer in Women in Film in Central Florida, and worked at both Disney’s and at Universal’s studios. And such a delight! That was a fun interview. Thanks, Melva.

 

 

 

Aaron Blaise

Melva Akens

COSTUME DESIGNER

Melva is an organized and creative visionary with experience in production, costumes and set decorating. She has worked with clients across a range of industries including film, television, themed attractions, special events and toys. A dedicated leader on and off set, she serves in leadership roles in film and television organizations. Melva is also an etiquette advisor.

Designer and stylist for film, television, themed attraction, print and private clientele. Creative, savvy and fun professional with uncompromising decorum. Experience with budgets and talent on all levels. Familiar with Sync on Set. Additional value is etiquette & civility expertise (business and everyday) that has lead to highly secured and high profile projects.

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